Gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic

Generic name: Gatifloxacin And Prednisolone Ophthalmic
Dosage form: ophthalmic suspension (0.5%-1%)
Drug class: Ophthalmic steroids with anti-infectives

Usage of Gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic

Gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a combination antibiotic and steroid medicine that is used to treat eye inflammation caused by conditions such as uveitis, eye injury, radiation, chemical burns, or certain other conditions.

gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic is used when there is a risk of bacterial infection in or around the eye.

Gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights;

blisters or small white/yellow patches on the surface of your eye;

pain behind your eyes; or

signs of eye infection--swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage.

Common side effects of gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic may include:

mild eye irritation after using the medicine;

blurred vision;

eye redness;

red, puffy, or droopy eyelids;

dry or watery eyes;

feeling like something is in your eye;

headache; or

skin itching or rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic

You should not use this medicine if:

you are allergic to gatifloxacin or prednisolone;

you have an eye infection (including herpes simplex); or

you are allergic to antibiotics similar to gatifloxacin, such as ciprofloxacin, Levofloxacin, lomefloxacin, moxifloxacin, norfloxacin, and others.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

glaucoma; or

cataracts.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Gatifloxacin and prednisolone is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

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Warnings

You should not use gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic if you have an eye infection (including herpes simplex), or if you are allergic to prednisolone, gatifloxacin, or similar antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, and others.

What other drugs will affect Gatifloxacin and prednisolone ophthalmic

Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other, especially if the eye medicine is absorbed into your bloodstream. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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