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Gatifect is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Infusion. Conjunctivitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Gatifect have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Gatifect depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Gatifect are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Some other side effects of Gatifect have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Gatifect 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gatifect is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Gatifect's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gatifect related warnings section.
Gatifect can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gatifect in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy). Other contraindications of Gatifect have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Gatifect may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Gatifect, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Gatifect is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Gatifect safe for pregnant women?
Gatifect can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Gatifect right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Gatifect safe during breastfeeding?
Gatifect should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gatifect on the Kidneys?
Using Gatifect does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatifect on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gatifect on the liver.
What is the effect of Gatifect on the Heart?
Gatifect is completely safe for the heart.
Gatifect 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 Gatifect unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatifect habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gatifect has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Gatifect since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Gatifect may have some adverse effects on the body.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gatifect for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gatifect
Taking Gatifect with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatifect
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gatifect and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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