Gatifloxacin ophthalmic solution 0.5 % is indicated for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible strains of the following organisms: Aerobic gram-positive bacteria: Staphylococcus aureus Staphylococcus epidermidis Streptococcus mitis group * Streptococcus oralis* Streptococcus pneumoniae Aerobic gram-negative bacteria: Haemophilus influenzae *Efficacy for these organisms were studied in fewer than 10 infections.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Gatifloxacin. Full label: DailyMed.
Gatifloxacin ophthalmic solution 0.5 % is indicated for the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible strains of the following organisms: Aerobic gram-positive bacteria: Staphylococcus aureus Staphylococcus epidermidis Streptococcus mitis group * Streptococcus oralis* Streptococcus pneumoniae Aerobic gram-negative bacteria: Haemophilus influenzae *Efficacy for these organisms were studied in fewer than 10 infections.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Gatifloxacin. Full label: DailyMed.
Day 1: Instill one drop every two hours in the affected eye(s) while awake, up to 8 times. Day 2 through Day 7: Instill one drop two to four times daily in the affected eye(s) while awake. Day 1: Instill one drop every two hours in the affected eye(s) while awake, up to 8 times on Day 1.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Gatifloxacin ophthalmic solution 0.5 % is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to gatifloxacin, to other quinolones, or to any of the components in this medication. Gatifloxacin ophthalmic solution 0.5 % is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to gatifloxacin, to other quinolones, or to any of the components in this medication.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Hypersensitivity Growth of Resistant Organisms with Prolonged Use Corneal Endothelial Cell Injury 5.1 Hypersensitivity Some patients receiving topical ophthalmic gatifloxacin experienced hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylactic reactions, angioedema (including pharyngeal, laryngeal, or facial edema), dyspnea, urticaria, and itching, even following a single dose. Rare cases of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome were reported in association with topical ophthalmic gatifloxacin use. If an allergic reaction to gatifloxacin occurs, discontinue the drug.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Hypersensitivity Growth of Resistant Organisms With Prolonged Use Corneal Endothelial Cell Injury Most common adverse reactions occurring in ≥ 1 % of patients included worsening of conjunctivitis, eye irritation, dysgeusia, and eye pain.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
361 products from 247 makers in the NepalDoc medicine catalog use this generic:
| Brand | Composition | Maker | Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abgate 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Abron Healthcare | strip of 10 tablets |
| Abyget 200mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (200mg) | Abyss Pharma Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Abyget 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Abyss Pharma Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Adflox 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Adley Formulations | strip of 10 tablets |
| Adgat 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Admac Pharma Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Aegat 0.3% Eye Drop | Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/v) | Agaaz Ophthalmics | bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Algat 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Alkem Laboratories Ltd | strip of 5 tablets |
| Algat Eye Drop | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Alkem Laboratories Ltd | packet of 10 ml Eye Drop |
| Anagat 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Anant Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Apogat 250mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (250mg) | Apotex Lifesciences | strip of 10 tablets |
| Arogat Eye Drop | Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/v) | Aromed Pharmaceuticals | bottle of 5 ml Ophthalmic Solution |
| Asoget 200mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (200mg) | Asklepios Remedies Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Ativis Eye Drop | Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/v) | SBS Biotech Limited | packet of 10 ml Eye Drop |
| Autogati Eye Drop | Gatifloxacin (0.5% w/v) | Lupin Ltd | bottle of 2.5 ml Ophthalmic Solution |
| Avgat 0.3% Eye Drop | Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/v) | Afive Pharma | bottle of 10 ml Eye Drop |
| Avigat 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Avalanche Pharmaceuticals | strip of 10 tablets |
| Avigat Suspension | Gatifloxacin (50mg) | Avalanche Pharmaceuticals | bottle of 30 ml Suspension |
| Avufresh 0.3% Eye Drop | Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/v) | Avunu Life Sciences | bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| Beglat 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | B L Pharma Limited | strip of 10 tablets |
| Bellgat Eye Drop | Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/v) | Bell Pharma Pvt Ltd | bottle of 5 ml Eye Drop |
| BG Stac 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Octane Biotech Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Bgat 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Biocare Remedies | strip of 10 tablets |
| Biogat 200mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (200mg) | Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries | strip of 5 tablets |
| Biogat 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries | strip of 5 tablets |
| Biogat Eye Drop | Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/v) | Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries | packet of 10 ml Eye Drop |
| Biogat Oral Drops | Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/v) | Biomedica International | bottle of 5 ml Oral Drops |
| Brigat 200mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (200mg) | Briskon Laboratories | strip of 10 tablets |
| Brigat 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Briskon Laboratories | strip of 10 tablets |
| Broadband 200mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (200mg) | Novartis India Ltd | strip of 5 tablets |
| Broadband 400mg Tablet | Gatifloxacin (400mg) | Novartis India Ltd | strip of 5 tablets |
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Brand list from the NepalDoc medicine catalog. Availability varies by pharmacy — call ahead to confirm stock.
Storage: Store at 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). Protect from freezing.
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label.
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