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About Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml

Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of antibiotics known as fluoroquinolones, primarily used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis. Bacterial conjunctivitis is the infection of the outer white membrane of the eyeball, the conjunctiva. This infection is highly contagious. Signs and symptoms include pink/red-toned eyes, gritty feeling in eyes, itchiness in eyes, teary eyes, and thick discharge around the eyes. 

Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml contains Gatifloxacin, which kills bacteria (bactericidal action) by preventing the synthesis of enzymes, namely DNA gyrase and Topoisomerase IV, which is essential for the growth and survival of the bacterial cell. Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria.

Use Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as eye irritation, eye redness, blurred vision, and watery eyes. Most of these side effects of Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. 

Before starting Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml, please inform your doctor if you have any allergies to any antibiotic or have kidney/liver problems. You should not wear contact lenses while you have symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis or while you are applying Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml. Consult your doctor before taking Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year. However, please consult a doctor before giving Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml to children. Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary vision problems (blurred vision), so be cautious while driving and operating machinery.

Uses of Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml

Bacterial conjunctivitis

Directions for Use

Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands before and after use. Shake the bottle well before each use. Lie down and tilt your head backward. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instill the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Do not touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the solution.

Medicinal Benefits

Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to the group of medicines called fluoroquinolone antibiotics used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis. It kills bacteria (bactericidal action) by preventing the synthesis of enzymes, namely DNA gyrase and Topoisomerase IV, which is essential for the growth and survival of the bacterial cell. Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria. Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml has a very low level of bacterial resistance compared to other antibiotics.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to the quinolone or fluoroquinolone antibiotics. You should not wear contact lenses while you have symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis or while you are using Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml. Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 1 year of age as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you have been taking before starting Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml. Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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GatifloxacinLinagliptin
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GatifloxacinRepaglinide
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GatifloxacinLinagliptin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml:
Co-administration of Linagliptin with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both high blood glucose and, less frequently, low blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Linagliptin can be taken with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
GatifloxacinRepaglinide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Repaglinide with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both low blood glucose and, less frequently, high blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Repaglinide can be taken with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience unusual symptoms. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
GatifloxacinLiraglutide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Liraglutide with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml may sometimes affect blood glucose levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Liraglutide with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml can cause an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
GatifloxacinEmpagliflozin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Empagliflozin with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both high blood glucose and, less frequently, low blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
It is not recommended to take Empagliflozin with Gatifloxacinas it can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
GatifloxacinSemaglutide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Semaglutide with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both low blood glucose and, less frequently, high blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Semaglutide can be taken with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
GatifloxacinAcarbose
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml:
Co-administration of Acarbose with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml may cause high or low blood sugar in diabetic patients.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Acarbose and Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as sweating, shaking, nervousness, palpitations, or excessive hunger, please contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
GatifloxacinLixisenatide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Lixisenatide with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both high blood glucose and, less frequently, low blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Lixisenatide can be taken with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised.
GatifloxacinTolbutamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml:
Coadministration of Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml and Tolbutamide may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both high blood glucose and, less frequently, low blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml and Tolbutamide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised.
GatifloxacinBepridil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml with Bepridil can increase the risk or severity of irregular heart rhythms. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml with Bepridil together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GatifloxacinZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml:
Taking Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml with Ziprasidone together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat probiotics and a diet rich in vitamins as it may help to improve eye health and ward off infection.
  • Rinse your eyes regularly with clean water.
  • Eat fiber-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit, and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid usage of tobacco and alcohol.

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ANTIBIOTICS - TOPICAL

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FAQs

Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that works by inhibiting the synthesis of DNA gyrase and Topoisomerase IV required for the growth and survival of the bacterial cell. This prevents the bacteria from repairing and multiplying. Thereby, helping in treating the infections.

Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

Do not touch the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the solution. Try not to share personal items until your eye infection is cured.

Do not wear contact lenses while using Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml as it could lead to the development of crystals on the contact lens. Wait for at least 15minutes after using Gatikind Eye Drops 5 ml before wearing the contact lens.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial conjunctivitis: It is also known as pink eye, a condition in which the outer membrane of the eyeball gets swollen and infected. Common signs and symptoms include red-toned eyes with a thick discharge and itchiness. It is highly contagious in nature and can spread from one person to another. 

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