Gatipan

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Gatipan Information

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

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gatipan. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Gatipan are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gatipan as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gatipan 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 Gatipan is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Gatipan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gatipan related warnings section.

Gatipan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gatipan in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gatipan contraindications section.

Besides this, Gatipan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Gatipan is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Gatipan Benefits & Uses

Gatipan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Gatipan 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


Gatipan Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gatipan is used -

Moderate

Mild

  • Eye Discharge
  • Eye irritation
  • Eye Pain
  • Dry eyes

Common

Gatipan Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gatipan safe for pregnant women?


    Gatipan can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gatipan, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Gatipan safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    Gatipan does not damage the kidneys.

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


    Gatipan is completely safe for the liver.

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


    Gatipan is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Gatipan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Gatipan Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Gatipan

  • Is this Gatipan habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Gatipan has not been reported.

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


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Gatipan since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    No, Gatipan is not completely safe as it has some side effects.

    Dangerous
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Gatipan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Gatipan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gatipan


    Some foods when eaten with Gatipan can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gatipan


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gatipan 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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