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Gatilox HS Eye Drop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Conjunctivitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gatilox HS Eye Drop have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gatilox HS Eye Drop. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Gatilox HS Eye Drop include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Gatilox HS Eye Drop side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Gatilox HS Eye Drop 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.
In addition, Gatilox HS Eye Drop's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Gatilox HS Eye Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gatilox HS Eye Drop related warnings section.
Gatilox HS Eye Drop is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Brain and Nervous System, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Gatilox HS Eye Drop contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Gatilox HS Eye Drop have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Gatilox HS Eye Drop, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Gatilox HS Eye Drop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Is the use of Gatilox HS Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Gatilox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gatilox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gatilox HS Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Gatilox may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gatilox HS Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Gatilox on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gatilox HS Eye Drop on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gatilox on the liver.
What is the effect of Gatilox HS Eye Drop on the Heart?
Gatilox is completely safe for the heart.
Gatilox HS Eye Drop 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 Gatilox HS Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gatilox HS Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Gatilox HS Eye Drop is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gatilox HS Eye Drop does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Gatilox HS Eye Drop may have some adverse effects on the body.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gatilox HS Eye Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gatilox HS Eye Drop
Some foods when eaten with Gatilox HS Eye Drop can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gatilox HS Eye Drop
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gatilox HS Eye Drop.
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