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Gatilox Eye Drop is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Conjunctivitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Gatilox Eye Drop has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gatilox Eye Drop. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Gatilox Eye Drop are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gatilox Eye Drop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Gatilox Eye Drop normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Gatilox Eye Drop's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gatilox Eye Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gatilox Eye Drop is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy) are examples of such conditions. The section on Gatilox Eye Drop contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Gatilox Eye Drop have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gatilox Eye Drop is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Gatilox Eye Drop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Gatilox Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Gatilox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gatilox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gatilox Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Gatilox may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gatilox Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Gatilox on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatilox Eye Drop on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gatilox on the liver.
What is the effect of Gatilox Eye Drop on the Heart?
Gatilox is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gatilox Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatilox Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Gatilox Eye Drop is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gatilox Eye Drop does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Gatilox Eye Drop may have some adverse effects on the body.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gatilox Eye Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gatilox Eye Drop
Some foods when eaten with Gatilox Eye Drop can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatilox Eye Drop
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gatilox Eye Drop.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; ZymaxidY™ (gatifloxacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 714
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399