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Gate Dx is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Gate Dx have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Gate Dx depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gate Dx include Eye Inflammation, Eye irritation. These side effects of Gate Dx are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Gate Dx has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gate Dx related warnings talks about Gate Dx's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Gate Dx contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Gate Dx may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gate Dx is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Gate Dx is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Gate Dx safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Gate Dx during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Gate Dx safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Gate Dx in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Gate Dx on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Gate Dx on kidney, information on safety of Gate Dx for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Gate Dx on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Gate Dx on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Gate Dx will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Gate Dx on the Heart?
Information about safety of Gate Dx for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Gate Dx should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gate Dx unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gate Dx habit forming or addictive?
Gate Dx does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Gate Dx can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Gate Dx is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gate Dx is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gate Dx
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Gate Dx and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gate Dx
Information about the interaction of Gate Dx and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No. Gate Dx Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Gate Dx can cause withdrawal symptoms.
Gate Dx if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
Yes, Gate Dx can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking it.
Precautions must be taken in patients with hypothyroidism, cirrhosis, hypertension, congestive heart failure, ulcerative colitis, thromboembolic disorders, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-sodium, low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Gate Dx.
No, Gate Dx is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because Gate Dx suppresses the immune system that causes decreased immunity which can lead to infection to the patient taking it. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself.
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