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Gatizen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Gatizen also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Gatizen 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Gatizen include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gatizen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Gatizen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Gatizen has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gatizen related warnings talks about Gatizen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Gatizen 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 Gatizen are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Gatizen with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Gatizen is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Gatizen 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 Gatizen safe for pregnant women?
Gatizen can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gatizen, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gatizen safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Gatizen may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Gatizen should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Gatizen on the Kidneys?
Gatizen is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatizen on the Liver?
Using Gatizen does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gatizen on the Heart?
Gatizen is not harmful for the heart.
Gatizen 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 Gatizen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatizen habit forming or addictive?
Gatizen is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gatizen does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Taking Gatizen may cause some problems.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gatizen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gatizen
When consumed with certain foods, Gatizen may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatizen
Information about the interaction of Gatizen 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
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