Gatifloxacin, Eye

Anti-infective, Eye · Quinolone

Indications

Bacterial infections.

Dosage

Adults & Children: Under 1 yr, not recommended; over 1 yr, Day 1 and 2, 1 drop in affected eye(s) every 2 hr up to eight times daily while awake. Then 1 drop four times daily while awake on Days 3 to 7.

Adverse Effects

Local irritation.

Risk Factor (Pregnancy/Lactation)

Pregnancy: Contraindicated in pregnancy. Lactation: Contraindicated or not recommended. Contraindications: Soft contact lenses.

Advice to Patient

Before use, remove contact lenses. Avoid prolonged use.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life elimination: 7-14 hrs. Excretion: Urine (mainly). Faeces (5%).

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