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About Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm

Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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. 

Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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. Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria.

Use Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm as prescribed by your doctor. Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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 Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. 

Before starting Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm, 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 Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm. Consult your doctor before taking Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm is not recommended for children below 1 year. However, please consult a doctor before giving Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm to children. Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause temporary vision problems (blurred vision), so be cautious while driving and operating machinery.

Uses of Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm

Bacterial conjunctivitis

Directions for Use

Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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

Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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. Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria. Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm has a very low level of bacterial resistance compared to other antibiotics.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm

  • Eye irritation
  • Eye redness
  • Blurred vision
  • Watery eyes

Drug Warnings

Do not take Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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 Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm. Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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 Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm. Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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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GatifloxacinCanagliflozin
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GatifloxacinSemaglutide
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GatifloxacinCanagliflozin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Canagliflozin with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm may 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, Canagliflozin can be taken with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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 discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
GatifloxacinSemaglutide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Semaglutide with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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 Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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.
GatifloxacinTolazamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm:
coadministration of Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm with Tolazamide may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both low blood glucose and, less frequently, high blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm with Tolazamide is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Consult the prescriber 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.
GatifloxacinLinagliptin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Linagliptin with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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 Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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.
GatifloxacinAcarbose
Critical
How does the drug interact with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Acarbose with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm may cause high or low blood sugar in diabetic patients.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Acarbose and Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm, 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.
GatifloxacinDapagliflozin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Co-administration of Dapagliflozin with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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, Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm can be taken with Dapagliflozin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber 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 the medication without consulting a doctor.
GatifloxacinCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm with Cisapride 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 Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm with Cisapride together is not recommended as it 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 your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GatifloxacinTroglitazone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Troglitazone with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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, Troglitazone can be taken with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber 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.
GatifloxacinEmpagliflozin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Coadministration of Empagliflozin with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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.
GatifloxacinProcainamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm:
Taking Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm with Procainamide 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 Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm with Procainamide 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.

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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Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS - TOPICAL

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FAQs

Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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.

Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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 Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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 Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm as it could lead to the development of crystals on the contact lens. Wait for at least 15minutes after using Higati Eye Ointment 5 gm 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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