Gaticip

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  • Contains / Salt: Gatifloxacin (0.3 % w/v)
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Gaticip Information

Gaticip is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gaticip have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Gaticip depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Gaticip include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gaticip as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gaticip 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 Gaticip has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gaticip related warnings talks about Gaticip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy) must refrain from the use of Gaticip since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Gaticip contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gaticip is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Gaticip Benefits & Uses

Gaticip is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Gaticip 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: Conjunctivitis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: On day 1 and 2, 1 drop in each affected eye every 2 hours while awake, up to 8 times
Geriatric
  • Disease: Conjunctivitis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: On day 1 and 2, 1 drop in each affected eye every 2 hours while awake, up to 8 times
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Conjunctivitis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: On day 1 and 2, 1 drop in each affected eye every 2 hours while awake, up to 8 times
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Conjunctivitis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: On day 1 and 2, 1 drop in each affected eye every 2 hours while awake, up to 8 times

Gaticip Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gaticip safe for pregnant women?


    Gaticip may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gaticip, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Gaticip safe during breastfeeding?


    Gaticip may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

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


    Gaticip is completely safe for kidneys.

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


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

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


    Gaticip is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Gaticip with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Gaticip Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Gaticip

  • Is this Gaticip habit forming or addictive?


    Gaticip does not cause addiction.

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


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

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    There are some side effects associated with the use of Gaticip.

    Dangerous
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Gaticip is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Gaticip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gaticip


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

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gaticip


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gaticip with alcohol will be.

    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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