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Gaticip is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gaticip have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Gaticip depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gaticip include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gaticip as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gaticip 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.
It is also important to note that Gaticip has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gaticip related warnings talks about Gaticip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy) must refrain from the use of Gaticip since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Gaticip contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Gaticip may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gaticip is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gaticip 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gaticip is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gaticip safe for pregnant women?
Gaticip may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gaticip, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gaticip safe during breastfeeding?
Gaticip should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gaticip on the Kidneys?
Using Gaticip does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Gaticip on the Liver?
Using Gaticip does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gaticip on the Heart?
Using Gaticip does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gaticip 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 Gaticip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gaticip habit forming or addictive?
Gaticip is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Gaticip since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Gaticip may have some adverse effects on the body.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gaticip is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gaticip
Taking Gaticip with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gaticip
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gaticip and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience