Gatifloxacin+difluprednate
About Gatifloxacin+difluprednate
Gatifloxacin+difluprednate is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. Bacterial eye infection occurs when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea.
Gatifloxacin+difluprednate contains Gatifloxacin and Difluprednate. Gatifloxacin kills the bacteria by preventing them from dividing and repairing themselves. Difluprednate blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling and pain. Together, Gatifloxacin+difluprednate helps in treating bacterial infection of the eye.
In some cases, Gatifloxacin+difluprednate may cause side effects such as irritation, redness, and watery eyes. These side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed regarding your health condition and the medicines you take to prevent any side effects/interactions.
Uses of Gatifloxacin+difluprednate
Medicinal Benefits
Gatifloxacin+difluprednate is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections. Gatifloxacin+difluprednate contains Gatifloxacin and Difluprednate. Gatifloxacin kills the bacteria by preventing them from dividing and repairing themselves. Difluprednate blocks the chemical messengers that cause swelling and pain. Together, Gatifloxacin+difluprednate helps in treating bacterial infection of the eye.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Gatifloxacin+difluprednate
- Irritation
- Redness
- Watery eyes
Drug Warnings
Do not use Gatifloxacin+difluprednate if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have glaucoma, herpes simplex virus (viral infection), or kidney or liver problems. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let the doctor know if you are using any other medicines.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorIt is not known whether alcohol affects Gatifloxacin+difluprednate. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorPlease consult the doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorPlease consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Gatifloxacin+difluprednate can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionIt is not known if Gatifloxacin+difluprednate affects your vision. Drive or operate machinery only if your vision is clear.
Liver
consult your doctorPlease consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Gatifloxacin+difluprednate in patients with liver impairment.
Kidney
consult your doctorPlease consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Gatifloxacin+difluprednate in patients with kidney impairment.
Children
consult your doctorGatifloxacin+difluprednate should be administered in children only if prescribed by the doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Wash your hands regularly. Avoid touching the eyes with dirty hands.
- Avoid rubbing the eyes.
- Avoid sharing eye makeup such as eyeliner, mascara or kohl.
- Always use clean towels or tissues to wipe your eyes and face.
- Regularly wash and change the pillowcases.
- If you wear a contact lens, clean and replace the contact lens more often. Never share contact lenses. Remember to wash your hands before inserting and after removing the contact lens.
- Avoid staring at the digital screens for longer durations. Rest your eyes for every 20 minutes.
- Blink regularly as it helps spread hydrating substances such as mucus and tears across the eyes.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial eye infections: Bacterial eye infections occur when harmful bacteria invade any part of the eye, such as the eyeball, conjunctiva, or cornea. Symptoms of an infection include red eye, pain, discharge, watery/dry eyes, swelling, itching, and sensitivity to light. The common bacterial eye infections are conjunctivitis, stye, and keratitis. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is the infection/inflammation of the conjunctiva (white part of the eye) and the inner eyelid. A stye is a bump on the eyelid or base of eyelashes. Keratitis is inflammation of the cornea. It is a common problem in people who wear contact lenses.
FAQs
Gatifloxacin+difluprednate is used to treat Bacterial eye Infections.
Gatifloxacin+difluprednate works by killing the bacteria that cause infection and blocking the chemical messengers that cause swelling and pain.
Do not wear contact lenses while using Gatifloxacin+difluprednate. Using spectacles and avoiding wearing contact lenses is recommended until the infection is cleared.
Do not use other eye medications with Gatifloxacin+difluprednate unless the doctor advises. If prescribed, maintain a gap of 10-15 minutes between Gatifloxacin+difluprednate and other eye medications.
