Engatt 0.3% Eye Drops 5ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Gatifloxacin 0.3 %
Manufacturer
Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPSENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS contains Gatifloxacin which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to manage bacterial conjunctivitis caused by strains of aerobic gram-positive bacteria (Ex. Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus mitis group, Streptococcus oralis, Streptococcus pneumoniae) and aerobic gram-negative bacteria (Ex. Haemophilus influenzae). ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women as insufficient data is available on this. ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS is not recommended for children below 1 year of age. Therefore, contact your doctor before using. The most common
Uses
OF ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS Used to manage bacterial conjunctivitis
How It Works
ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS works by inhibiting DNA gyrase (an enzyme that helps in replication, transcription and repair of bacterial DNA) and topoisomerase IV (an enzyme that helps in portioning of chromosomal DNA during bacterial cell division).
Directions for Use
Always use ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Check the label for directions for use. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
using ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS include worsening of conjunctivitis, eye irritation, dysgeusia and eye pain. Contact your doctor if any of the side effects worsen. USES OF ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS Used to manage bacterial conjunctivitis HOW ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS WORKSENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS works by inhibiting DNA gyrase (an enzyme that helps in replication, transcription and repair of bacterial DNA) and topoisomerase IV (an enzyme that helps in portioning of chromosomal DNA during bacterial cell division). DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways use ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Check the label for directions for use. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPSCOMMON eye irritation or pain dysgeusia (taste disorder) UNCOMMON conjunctival haemorrhage (tiny blood vessel breaks just underneath the clear surface of your eye) dry eye eye discharge eyelid oedema headache increased lacrimation keratitis (inflammation of the cornea) red eye papillary conjunctivitis (eyelid gets red, swollen and irritated) reduced visual acuity RARE steven-johnson syndrome Stop using ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: anaphylactic reactions (symptoms include eye allergy and allergic dermatitis, nausea, pruritis and blurred vision) angioedema blepharitis dyspnoea
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYThere is no proper information about the use of ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before using. BREASTFEEDINGThere is no proper information about the use of ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using. ALLERGYDo not use ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS if you are allergic to Gatifloxacin or any other components of this medicine. OTHERSUse in pediatrics: Use of ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS is not recommended in children below 1 year of age as the safety and effectiveness in this age group has not been established. Contact your doctor before using.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Tell your doctor if you are using or taking any other medicines including prescription, non-prescription and herbal supplements. Overdosage: If you accidentally uses too much ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS, contact your doctor immediately. SYNOPSIS Drug : Gatifloxacin Pharmacological Category : Antibiotics Therapeutic Indication : Bacterial Conjunctivitis Dosage Forms : Drops, Eye drops, Eye/Ear drops, Ophthalmic solution, Solution, Ointment, tablet, Eye Ointment MORE INFORMATION Keep ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS out of sight and reach of children Store ENGATT 0.3% EYE DROPS below 25°C
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
16 Nov 2022