Gatifar

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Gatifar Information

Gatifar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gatifar have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gatifar. 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.

Common side effects of Gatifar include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gatifar as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Gatifar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Gatifar's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Gatifar related warnings talks about Gatifar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Gatifar 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 contraindications of Gatifar have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Gatifar with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Gatifar, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Gatifar Benefits & Uses

Gatifar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Gatifar Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: Banned
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: Banned

Gatifar Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gatifar safe for pregnant women?


    Gatifar may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gatifar, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Gatifar safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Gatifar may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Gatifar should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Gatifar on the Kidneys?


    Gatifar does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Gatifar on the Liver?


    Gatifar is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Gatifar on the Heart?


    You can take Gatifar without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Gatifar with Other Drugs

Gatifar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Gatifar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gatifar unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Gatifar

  • Is this Gatifar habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Gatifar has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Gatifar since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    There are some side effects associated with the use of Gatifar.

    Dangerous
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Gatifar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Gatifar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gatifar


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Gatifar to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gatifar


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gatifar with alcohol.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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



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