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Gatiq is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Gatiq also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Gatiq is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Gatiq also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gatiq as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Gatiq normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Gatiq's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gatiq's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gatiq 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gatiq are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Gatiq with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gatiq is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gatiq 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 Gatiq safe for pregnant women?
Gatiq can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Gatiq right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Gatiq safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Gatiq may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Gatiq should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Gatiq on the Kidneys?
Using Gatiq does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatiq on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gatiq on the liver.
What is the effect of Gatiq on the Heart?
Using Gatiq does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gatiq 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 Gatiq unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatiq habit forming or addictive?
Gatiq does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gatiq will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Gatiq may have some adverse effects on the body.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gatiq is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gatiq
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Gatiq to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatiq
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gatiq with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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