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Gatipan is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gatipan have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gatipan. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Gatipan are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gatipan as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gatipan 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gatipan is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Gatipan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gatipan related warnings section.
Gatipan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gatipan in conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gatipan contraindications section.
Besides this, Gatipan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Gatipan is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Gatipan 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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Is the use of Gatipan safe for pregnant women?
Gatipan may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gatipan, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gatipan safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Gatipan may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Gatipan should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Gatipan on the Kidneys?
Gatipan does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatipan on the Liver?
Gatipan is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Gatipan on the Heart?
Gatipan is completely safe for the heart.
Gatipan 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 Gatipan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatipan habit forming or addictive?
Gatipan is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Gatipan as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Gatipan may have some adverse effects on the body.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Gatipan in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Gatipan
Some foods when eaten with Gatipan can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatipan
Information about the interaction of Gatipan 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
References
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