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Gatiray is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Conjunctivitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Gatiray have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gatiray. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gatiray include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Gatiray side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gatiray 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.
It is also important to note that Gatiray has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gatiray's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gatiray is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gatiray are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Gatiray may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gatiray is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Gatiray 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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Is the use of Gatiray safe for pregnant women?
Gatiray may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Gatiray again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gatiray safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Gatiray. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Gatiray on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Gatiray on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatiray on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gatiray on the liver.
What is the effect of Gatiray on the Heart?
You can take Gatiray without any fear of damage to the heart.
Gatiray 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 Gatiray unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatiray habit forming or addictive?
Gatiray does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Gatiray as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Gatiray may have some adverse effects on the body.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gatiray is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gatiray
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Gatiray to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatiray
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gatiray.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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