GATICOM-P | Gatifloxacin 0.3 % & Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Suspension
For the use of a Registered Medical Practitioner or a Hospital or a Laboratory only
Composition:
Gatifloxacin…………………………………………0.3% w/v
Prednisolone Acetate IP………………………1.0% w/v
Banzalkonium Chloride
Solution IP…………………………………………..0.02% w/v
(As Preservative)
Aqueous Buffered Vehicle……………………q.s.
Gatifloxacin 0.3% with Prednisolone acetate 1% Eye Drops is the combination of Gatifloxacin and Prednisolone acetate medications that is helpful in treating bacterial infections in the eyes. The infections in the eyes which are caused by the bacteria are common and the problem of eye infections is almost found in every third person. There are certain eye problems including conjunctivitis, cornea, iris, connective tissue, etc which are common. The changing lifestyle of the people has increased the problems related to eyes.
Being the combination of antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicine is helpful in treating eye-related problems. Belonging to the class of fluoroquinolones, Gatifloxacin helps in the formulation of the essential proteins which are required for the growth of the bacteria.
The outside of the eyeballs is cured with the help of this supplement. Being a steroid, Prednisolone reduces inflammation. The infectious symptoms of the eyes including redness, irritation, etc are cured with this supplement. When these supplements are combined then the bacterial infections of the eyes are treated.
The use of this medication is strict to be followed under the advice of the doctor. The person should use the medicine only for the external purposes of the eyes in the form of eye drops. Although Gatifloxacin and Prednisolone acetate Eye Drops helps in treating bacterial infections of the eyes, still it is recommended to use this under the advice of the doctor. After the use of this medication, the person can suffer from some of the common side effects. The side effects can remain depending on the body of the person.
Uses Of Gatifloxacin and Prednisolone acetate Eye Drops
This medication is helpful in treating bacterial infections in the eyes. With the help of Gatifloxacin, the bacterial enzymes are stopped. The bacterial enzymes are prevented. These bacterial cells are not able to divide and repair with the help of this medication. The bacterial cells are killed with the help of the combination of this medication. The chemical messengers are blocked with the help of Prednisolone. The redness, swelling, and other related allergies of the eyes are cured with the help of Prednisolone. The combination of this solution is helpful in treating bacterial infections in the eyes.
Directions For Use
Gatifloxacin and Prednisolone acetate Eye Drops is available in the form of eye drops which helps the person in treating bacterial infections in the eyes. The person should consult the doctor before the use of this eye drop. Usually, it is recommended to instill the eye drops every 2 hours, ie 8 times a day for 2 days. After 2 days, the person should instill the eye drops 2-4 times a day for 5 days. The person should instill the eye drops at the same time each day so that he does not miss the dose. The use of this eye drop is suggested by the doctor and should be used as per the directions of the doctor. With the help of the dropper, the drop is to be squeezed. The person should not touch the eyes. The excess liquid that flows out from the eye needs to be wiped with the tissue.
Side Effects
Gatifloxacin and Prednisolone acetate Eye Drops helps in treating bacterial infections in the eyes, still there are some common side effects that can occur. The side effects depend from person to person. In some persons, the side effects can remain for a long duration and in some persons, the side effects can disappear after a short interval of time. The person should consult the doctor if he feels. uncomfortable due to the side effects. Following are some of the common side effects that can occur:
- Burning or stinging sensation in the eye
- Watery eyes
- Blurred vision
- Swollen eyelids
- Headache
Precautions To Be Taken
With the use of Gatifloxacin and Prednisolone acetate Ophthalmic Drops, the person needs some precautions to consider. If the person does not take the precautions then the health of the person can be affected and the effect of the medication could be negative. Following are the precautions that the person should take care:
- Before the use of this medication, the person should tell the doctor if he is taking any prescription, non-prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, herbal products, etc
- The person should tell the doctor if he is wearing the contact lenses. During the treatment, it is recommended not to wear contact lenses.
- The person should always wash his hands after touching the eyes as the bacterial infection spread easily and quickly