Gatiron is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Gatiron also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Gatiron is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Gatiron also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Gatiron side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gatiron are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Gatiron's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Gatiron has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gatiron related warnings section.
Gatiron 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gatiron contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Gatiron have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gatiron is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gatiron is used to treat the following -
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gatiron is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gatiron safe for pregnant women?
Gatiron can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gatiron, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gatiron safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Gatiron. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Gatiron on the Kidneys?
Gatiron is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatiron on the Liver?
Gatiron is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Gatiron on the Heart?
Gatiron is completely safe for the heart.
Gatiron should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gatiron unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatiron habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gatiron has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Gatiron as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
No, Gatiron is not completely safe as it has some side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gatiron for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gatiron
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Gatiron to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatiron
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gatiron with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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