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Gate Dx Benefits & Uses

Gate Dx is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Gate Dx 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dexamethasone (0.1%w/v) + Gatifloxacin Topical (0.3%w/v)
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dexamethasone (0.1%w/v) + Gatifloxacin Topical (0.3%w/v)
Adult	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dexamethasone (0.1%w/v) + Gatifloxacin Topical (0.3%w/v)
Geriatric	Disease: Conjunctivitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dexamethasone (0.1%w/v) + Gatifloxacin Topical (0.3%w/v)

Gate Dx Related Warnings

Is the use of Gate Dx safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Gate Dx on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Gate Dx safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Gate Dx on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Gate Dx will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Gate Dx on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Gate Dx on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Gate Dx will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Gate Dx on the Liver?

Information about safety of Gate Dx for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Gate Dx on the Heart?

Side effects of Gate Dx on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Gate Dx with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketorolac

Gate Dx Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Gate Dx

Is this Gate Dx habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Gate Dx.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gate Dx as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Gate Dx is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Gate Dx in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Gate Dx Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gate Dx

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Gate Dx and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Gate Dx

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gate Dx

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Gate Dx on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No. Gate Dx Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Gate Dx can cause withdrawal symptoms.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Gate Dx cause hiccups?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Gate Dx if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Gate Dx raise blood sugar?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Gate Dx can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking it.

Question over 4 years ago

Precautions to be taken while taking Gate Dx

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Precautions must be taken in patients with hypothyroidism, cirrhosis, hypertension, congestive heart failure, ulcerative colitis, thromboembolic disorders, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-sodium, low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Gate Dx.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Gate Dx without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Gate Dx is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because Gate Dx suppresses the immune system that causes decreased immunity which can lead to infection to the patient taking it. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 362-366

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 289

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Decadron® (dexamethasone)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Hemady™ (dexamethasone)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Hexadrol® (dexamethasone sodium phosphate)

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

U.S. National Library of Medicine [Internet]: Gatifloxacin Ophthalmic. American Society of Health-System Pharmacists

U.S. National Library of Medicine [Internet]: Dexamethasone Ophthalmic. American Society of Health-System Pharmacists

Gate Dx

Gate Dx Information

Gate Dx Benefits & Uses

Gate Dx Dosage & How to Take

Gate Dx Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Gate Dx with Other Drugs

Gate Dx Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Gate Dx

Gate Dx Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Gate Dx

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Gate Dx on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Gate Dx cause hiccups?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Question over 4 years ago

Can Gate Dx raise blood sugar?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Question over 4 years ago

Precautions to be taken while taking Gate Dx

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Gate Dx without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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