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Gatop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. The alternative uses of Gatop have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Gatop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gatop include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Gatop side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Gatop are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Gatop's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gatop related warnings talks about Gatop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Gatop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gatop in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy). Some other conditions that can be affected by Gatop are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Gatop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Gatop, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Gatop 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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Is the use of Gatop safe for pregnant women?
Gatop may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gatop, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gatop safe during breastfeeding?
Gatop may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gatop on the Kidneys?
Gatop does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatop on the Liver?
Gatop is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Gatop on the Heart?
Gatop is not harmful for the heart.
Gatop 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 Gatop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gatop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Gatop since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Gatop may have some adverse effects on the body.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gatop is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gatop
Taking Gatop with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatop
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gatop and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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