Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS2435

USA Brand Name

Tequin

Strength

0.3%

Generic Name

Gatifloxacin

Manufacturer

Micro Labs, India

## Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin)

## What Is The Generic Name For Microgat:

Gatifloxacin is the generic version for Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin):

Tequin

## About Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin):

Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment contains an active ingredient, Gatifloxacin, an antibiotic which is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infection in Eye. You can purchase this medicine from any the leading online pharmacy Stores, medical supply stores, or drug stores but only on doctor’s prescription.

## Dosage Form:

Ointments

## Manufacturer :

Micro Labs, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies manufacturing Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment. It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength :

Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment contains an active ingredient, Gatifloxacin in a tube which may be available in the various substitutes with varying strengths at any of the leading online drugstores, online pharmacy stores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin):

Gatifloxacin is used in:

Bacterial Infections of Eye

Other dosage forms of Gatifloxacin are used in the treatment of many bacterial infections of various parts of the body.

## How Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin) Works:

Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment is consisting of Gatifloxacin, an antibiotic agent which kills bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing and hence treating the bacterial infection.

## Before You Use Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Gatifloxacin

You are not using contact lenses while using Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointments

Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, allergies, Diseases, and Medications, etc.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin):

You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

Avoid wearing contact lenses while using Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointments

## When Not To Use Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin):

You should avoid Gatifloxacin if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it

Have increased pressure inside the eyes, swelling, itching, redness, or inflammation in eyes

Have gone through an Eye Surgery recently

You must always consult your doctor for best suitable and effective treatment

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Are Allergic to it

Have any pressure problem inside the eye

Have ocular hypertension or pressure problems like in glaucoma

Have any type of irritation, redness, swelling, itching as a side effect which may get worse by time

Have gone through an Eye Surgery recently

Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

## Dosage :

Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment contains an active ingredient, Gatifloxacin, which is used in the treatment of Eye Infection and should be given on prescription. You should always consult your doctor for the dosage frequency as severity of the disease differs in each patient. Gatifloxacin is also available in tablet or capsule forms which can be given by your doctor for the treatment of bacterial infections in other body parts.

Patients are advised to take Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment at a fixed time, preferably in morning and evening time or prescribed by your doctor.

## How Much Of The Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin) to Be Used:

You are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointments.

## How To Take The Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin):

Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment should be taken at a fixed time once/ twice/ thrice a day or as directed by your doctor. You must take it by holding the Ointment tube straightly closer to the Eye without touching them. Squeezing the Ointment tube gently and instill the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra medicine with a Clean Cloth or Tissue Paper.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin)

You are always advised to use the Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it for a longer time than recommended by your doctor but are always advised to complete the course of treatment.

## Overdose :

Rinse your eyes thoroughly if any irritation in the eyes persists and if severe symptoms of inflammation appear like itching, redness, swelling, etc., contact your doctor immediately or reach nearby medical emergency centre.

Do not share your medicine with anyone without discussing the case with your doctor. It is better to let them visit their doctor for treatment.

## Missed Dose:

A missed dose of the Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointments should be taken as soon as you remember it. Skip the dosage you missed if it is the time for the next dosage but do not take multiple dosages next time. It will not accelerate the process of healing but may cause severe effects.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment (Gatifloxacin):

Headache

Photosensitivity

Itching

Swelling

Redness

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointments may interact with any other Ointments if you are using them simultaneously which can produce some adverse effects or cause your any of the drug not to work properly. Always discuss with your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements so that a well planned medication can be recommended by your doctor. Following are the drugs which interact with the Gatifloxacin:

Tizanidine

Olanzapine

Zinc

Phenytoin

Magnesium Hydroxide

Pramipexole

Nimesulide

Clozapine

Tolbutamide

Acarbose

## Warning And Precaution:

Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointment should be used very cautiously in:

Hypersensitivity/Allergy

Blurred Vision

Glaucoma

Eye Surgeries

Pregnant/Breastfeeding Women

Eye disorders or inflammation or Surgeries

Always discuss with your doctor about your symptoms to get best possible treatment and dosage adjustment.

## Things To Remember:

Do not touch Ointments tube’s tip while using it and finish it within a month once opened

Clean your hands and eyes before using the Microgat 0.3% Eye Ointments

Always keep the Ointments tube out of reach and sight of the children

Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dosage frequency, duration, and strength of the medication.

## Indications :

Do not stop taking the Ointments between the treatment courses on your own or do not take it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

## Storage :

Store it at room temperature away from direct contact of sunlight and heat; in clean and dry place. Do not freeze it. Use within one month after opening it.