Autogati Eye Drop

Composition Gatifloxacin (0.5% w/v)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack bottle of 2.5 ml Ophthalmic Solution
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Fluoroquinolone
Action Class Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
Habbit Forming
Manufacturer Lupin Ltd
Manufacturer address Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India

Autogati Eye Drop is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

It may cause burning sensation in the eyes immediately following application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Do not wear contact lenses while using it.

Bacterial eye infections

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.

Autogati Eye Drop is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

If you miss a dose of Autogati Eye Drop, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Autogati Eye Drop helps treat bacterial infections of the eye.

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.

Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.

Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.

It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.

Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.

Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

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In Bacterial eye infections

Autogati Eye Drop is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Burning sensation

Alcohol:

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Autogati Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Autogati Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving:UNSAFE

Autogati Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney:

No interaction found/established

Liver:

No interaction found/established

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