Gatifloxacin+ketorolac
About
Gatifloxacin+ketorolac belongs to the ophthalmic eye medications primarily used to treat post-operative eye pain and inflammation. The eye is a very fragile organ and requires extreme care before, during and after a surgical procedure to minimize or prevent further damage. It causes some conditions like pain, redness, and swelling associated with surgeries of the eyes.
Gatifloxacin+ketorolac contains two medicines: Gatifloxacin and Ketorolac. Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing bacterial cell division and cell repair. Ketorolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is a painkiller. It works by blocking the release of several chemical messengers that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and pain in the eye. Together it relieves pain and inflammation.
Take Gatifloxacin+ketorolac as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Gatifloxacin+ketorolac for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience common side effects like eye irritation, watery eyes, and a burning sensation. Most of these side effects of Gatifloxacin+ketorolac do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Please do not use Gatifloxacin+ketorolac without consulting your doctor if you have asthma, bleeding disorders and allergic reactions to Gatifloxacin+ketorolac and its components. Avoid touching the dropper with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids while administering drops since it contaminates the dropper tip and solution. It is advised to check with your doctor before using Gatifloxacin+ketorolac if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this Gatifloxacin+ketorolac due to the increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Do not use Gatifloxacin+ketorolac in case of blurred vision or using any contact lens.
Uses of Gatifloxacin+ketorolac
Medicinal Benefits
Gatifloxacin+ketorolac contains two medicines: Gatifloxacin and Ketorolac belong to the ophthalmic eye medications primarily used to treat post-operative eye pain and inflammation. Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing bacterial cell division and cell repair. Ketorolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is a painkiller. It works by blocking the release of several chemical messengers that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and pain in the eye. Gatifloxacin+ketorolac is also used in the treatment of bacterial eye infections.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Gatifloxacin+ketorolac
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Watery eyes
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Burning sensation
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Stinging
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Blurred vision
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Headache
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Eye discharge
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Eye irritation
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Please do not use Gatifloxacin+ketorolac without consulting a doctor, if you have asthma, bleeding disorders and allergic reactions to Gatifloxacin+ketorolac and its components. Avoid touching the dropper with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids while administering drops since it contaminates the dropper tip and solution. It is advised to check with your doctor before using Gatifloxacin+ketorolac if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this Gatifloxacin+ketorolac. Do not use Gatifloxacin+ketorolac in case of blurred vision or using any contact lens. Gatifloxacin+ketorolac is not recommended for use in patients less than 3 years of age.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Gatifloxacin+ketorolac may interact with blood thinner medications (reteplase, warfarin, enoxaparin) and corticosteroid medications (prednisolone, dexamethasone).
Drug-Food Interactions: Consumption of alcohol while using Gatifloxacin+ketorolac increases the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Hence avoid or limit the intake of alcohol.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Brief your doctor if you have a medical history of eye infection, bleeding disorders, asthma and allergic reactions to Gatifloxacin+ketorolac and its components.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionConsumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this Gatifloxacin+ketorolac.
Pregnancy
cautionGatifloxacin+ketorolac is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this Gatifloxacin+ketorolac.
Breast Feeding
cautionGatifloxacin+ketorolac is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Driving
cautionGatifloxacin+ketorolac may cause side effects like blurry vision, affecting your driving ability. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have clear vision.
Liver
cautionInform your doctor if you have any history of liver diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Gatifloxacin+ketorolac.
Kidney
cautionInform your doctor if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Gatifloxacin+ketorolac.
Children
cautionGatifloxacin+ketorolac is not recommended for use in patients less than 3 years. Please consult your doctor before taking Gatifloxacin+ketorolac.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat probiotics and a diet rich in vitamins can help to improve eye health and prevent infection.
- Rinse your eyes regularly with clean water.
- Do not rub your eyes even though some ophthalmic drugs make your eye itchy.
- Eat fibre-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 antibiotic's absorption.
- Avoid the usage of tobacco and alcohol.
- To cure your condition effectually complete the full course of Gatifloxacin+ketorolac even though you find symptomatic relief.
Special Advise
- Try to maintain good hygiene to keep your eyes clean and irritant-free.
- Do not rub your eyes even though some ophthalmic drugs make your eye itchy.
- Wash your hands thoroughly, and do not touch the dropper before using drops to avoid contamination.
- If you are using two or more eye medications, wait for at least 15-20 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Post-Operative ocular inflammation: Post-operative ocular inflammation occurs after eye surgery, also known as ocular surgery. The eye is a very fragile organ and requires extreme care before, during and after a surgical procedure to minimize or prevent further damage. It causes some conditions like pain, redness, and swelling associated with surgeries of the eyes.
FAQs
Gatifloxacin+ketorolac contains Gatifloxacin and Ketorolac. Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing bacterial cell division and cell repair. Ketorolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is a painkiller. It works by blocking the release of several chemical messengers that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and pain in the eye.
Gatifloxacin+ketorolac causes common side effects like irritation, watery eyes, and a burning sensation. Most of these side effects of Gatifloxacin+ketorolac do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Do not stop taking Gatifloxacin+ketorolac even if you feel better. Continue the course as suggested by the doctor.
Gatifloxacin+ketorolac can cause blurry vision for some time in the beginning. Avoid driving and operating machinery in such cases until you feel better. If the effect persists longer, seek medical attention.
Eye drop formulation of Gatifloxacin+ketorolac is for external use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before applying to avoid contamination, and do not touch the tip of the solution dropper. Remove your contact lenses before using them if you are wearing any. Lift and tilt your head back, look up, pull down the lower lid and put the drops in the affected eye.
Yes, you can use other eye medicine prescribed by your doctor along with Gatifloxacin+ketorolac, but maintain a gap of 15-20 before using other medicine. Consult four doctors for further advice.
