Gatifloxacin Medication Information
Get detailed information on Gatifloxacin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Gatifloxacin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Gatifloxacin Pronunciation : gah the FLOCK sah sin ICD Code : Y40.8 Therapeutic Classification : AntibioticsTrade Names/Brand Names of Gatifloxacin
India :
Gator IV (400 ml) |
Gizat (400 mg) |
Microgat (400 mg) |
Orogat (400 mg) |
Gatirest (200 mg) |
Gatiblu-D (3%/0.1%) |
Speedflox (400 mg) |
Gatyx (200 mg) |
Gatsar (400 mg) |
Cugat (200 mg)
International :
Zymar, Zymaxid, Tequin
Why is Gatifloxacin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections such as conjunctivitis, sinusitis, skin and skin structure infections, cystitis. It kills the bacteria that cause infection.When should Gatifloxacin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Gatifloxacin?
IV/PO- The recommended dose is 200 mg to 400 once a day for 3 to 10 days.How should Gatifloxacin be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth with or without food. It also comes as a solution for eye drops to instill over the affected eyes.What are the warnings and precautions for Gatifloxacin?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, low potassium level in blood, brain disorders, diabetes, mineral imbalance, epilepsy, musculoskeletal problems, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid alcohol consumption.
What are the side effects of Gatifloxacin?
Most Common- Nausea, vaginal inflammation, diarrhea, headache and dizziness.Body as a Whole- Allergic reactions, weakness, back pain, chest pain, chills, facial swelling and fever.
Heart- High blood pressure and palpitations.
Gastrointestinal- Abdominal pain, loss of appetite, constipation, indigestion, flatulence, inflammation of stomach/tongue/mouth, mouth ulcer, oral infection and vomiting.
Metabolic- Increased sugar level in blood, swelling in the extremities and increased thirst.
Musculoskeletal- Joint pain and leg cramps.
Central Nervous System- Abnormal dreams, agitation, anxiety, confusion, sleeplessness, nervousness, tingling, drowsiness, tremor, dilatation of blood vessels and fainting.
Respiratory- Difficulty in breathing and inflammation of pharynx.
Skin- Dry skin, itching, rash and sweating.
Eye and ENT- Abnormal vision, taste perversion and ringing in the ear.
Genitourinary- Painful urination.
