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Gatilab is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. The alternative uses of Gatilab have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Gatilab 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.
The side effects typically associated with Gatilab include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gatilab can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Gatilab are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Gatilab has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Gatilab has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gatilab related warnings section.
Gatilab 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 conditions have been mentioned below in the Gatilab contraindications section.
Besides this, Gatilab may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Gatilab is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Gatilab 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gatilab is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gatilab safe for pregnant women?
Gatilab may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Gatilab again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gatilab safe during breastfeeding?
Gatilab may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gatilab on the Kidneys?
Gatilab does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatilab on the Liver?
Using Gatilab does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gatilab on the Heart?
Using Gatilab does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gatilab 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 Gatilab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatilab habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Gatilab.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Gatilab since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
There are some side effects associated with the use of Gatilab.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gatilab is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gatilab
Taking Gatilab with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatilab
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gatilab with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
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