About gatifloxacin
Fluoroquinolone antibiotic eye drop
Used for
- Treats bacterial conjunctivitis caused by susceptible bacteria
Usual adult dose
One drop in the affected eye(s) every two hours while awake, up to eight times daily for two days; then four times daily for five days.
Usual dose in children
For children aged one year and older: same schedule as adults.
Common side effects
- Eye irritation, pain, or redness
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Unusual taste
Important warnings
- For eye use only; not for injection or contact lens disinfection.
- Viral or fungal eye infections do not respond to this antibiotic.
- Prolonged use may encourage resistant bacteria or fungal overgrowth.
- Stop use and seek urgent care for signs of a serious allergic reaction.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are limited; use only when the expected benefit outweighs potential risk.
Breastfeeding
Whether gatifloxacin eye drops enter breast milk is uncertain; systemic exposure is expected to be low.
Interactions
- Few interactions are expected with eye drops; tell clinicians about other medicines used.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.