Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops

Composition Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/v)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack bottle of 10 ml Eye/Ear Drops
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Fluoroquinolone
Action Class Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
Habbit Forming
Manufacturer Lanark Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Manufacturer address Lanark Laboratories Private Limited, Uchani, G.T. Road, Karnal-132001, Haryana, India

Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial eye/ear infections. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

You may experience nausea, vomiting and diarrhea as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Treatment of Bacterial eye/ear 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/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid.

Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye/ear infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

Q: What if you forget to take Getrik Eye/Ear Drops?
A: If you miss a dose of Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops, 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.

Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops helps treat bacterial infections of the eye/ear.

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

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

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

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

Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment or if you get another eye /ear infection.

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

Q. Can I stop taking Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

In Treatment of Bacterial eye/ear infections

Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops is an antibiotic medicine. It stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, soreness or ear discharge caused due to eye/ear 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.

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Alcohol:

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 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:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops may cause diarrhea or rash in the baby

Driving:UNSAFE

Getrik 0.3% Eye/Ear Drops 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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