Gatifar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gatifar have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gatifar. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gatifar include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gatifar as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Gatifar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Gatifar's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Gatifar related warnings talks about Gatifar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Gatifar is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Gatifar have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Gatifar with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Gatifar, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Gatifar 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gatifar is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gatifar safe for pregnant women?
Gatifar may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gatifar, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gatifar safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Gatifar. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Gatifar on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Gatifar on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatifar on the Liver?
Gatifar does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Gatifar on the Heart?
Using Gatifar does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gatifar 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 Gatifar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatifar habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Gatifar is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Gatifar as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are some side effects associated with the use of Gatifar.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gatifar cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gatifar
When consumed with certain foods, Gatifar may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatifar
Information about the interaction of Gatifar and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
