Gatithem

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  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Gatifloxacin (400 mg)

Gatithem Information

Gatithem is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Conjunctivitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Gatithem also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Gatithem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Gatithem are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Gatithem side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gatithem normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Gatithem has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gatithem related warnings talks about Gatithem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Gatithem can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gatithem in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy). Some other conditions that can be affected by Gatithem are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Gatithem with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

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



Gatithem Benefits & Uses

Gatithem is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Gatithem 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

Gatithem Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gatithem safe for pregnant women?


    Gatithem may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Gatithem again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Gatithem safe during breastfeeding?


    Gatithem should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

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


    Using Gatithem does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

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


    There are no any side effects of Gatithem on the liver.

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


    Gatithem is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Gatithem with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Gatithem Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Gatithem

  • Is this Gatithem habit forming or addictive?


    Gatithem does not cause addiction.

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


    Gatithem will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Gatithem in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Gatithem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gatithem


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Gatithem to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gatithem


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gatithem and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    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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