Gatif is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Other than this, Gatif has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Gatif depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Gatif include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Some other side effects of Gatif have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Gatif go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gatif is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Gatif's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gatif related warnings section.
Gatif 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 Gatif have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Gatif have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Gatif is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Gatif 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 Gatif safe for pregnant women?
Gatif may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Gatif again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gatif safe during breastfeeding?
Gatif may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gatif on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Gatif on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatif on the Liver?
Gatif is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Gatif on the Heart?
Gatif is completely safe for the heart.
Gatif 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 Gatif unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatif habit forming or addictive?
Gatif is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Gatif since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
No, Gatif is not completely safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gatif is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gatif
Some foods when eaten with Gatif can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatif
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gatif.
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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