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Microgat 0.3% Drops

Manufactured byMicro Labs Ltd.
ContainsGatifloxacin
Description
Microgat 0.3% Drops is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis, an eye infection caused by bacteria. It works by killing the infection-causing bacteria. This medicine is ineffective against eye infections caused by viruses. Microgat 0.3% Drops may cause some side effects such as itching, discomfort, stinging, and burning sensation in the eyes. These side effects are mild and generally subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. It may also cause temporary blurring of vision after instilling eye drops. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines until your vision is clear. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. Microgat 0.3% Drops should be used as prescribed by your doctor. Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper close to the eye and squeeze the dropper so that a drop falls in the pocket. Close your eyes for two to three minutes and repeat the same for the next dose. Finish the entire course of treatment to prevent the recurrence of infection. Microgat 0.3% Drops is not recommended for use in children below one year of age. Inform your doctor if you are using any other medicines in your eyes or have any other eye problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Microgat 0.3% Drops

  • Eye irritation
  • Eye swelling
  • Watery eyes
  • Burning and stinging in eyes

Uses of Microgat 0.3% Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Bacterial Conjunctivitis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time taken for Microgat 0.3% Drops to start its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Microgat 0.3% Drops remains active in your body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Microgat 0.3% Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    It is not known whether Microgat 0.3% Drops will harm your foetus. Hence, if you are pregnant, discuss the risks and benefits of using this medicine with your doctor.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Microgat 0.3% Drops pass into breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding use this medicine only upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid using Microgat 0.3% Drops if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

It is not known whether Microgat 0.3% Drops will harm your foetus. Hence, if you are pregnant, discuss the risks and benefits of using this medicine with your doctor.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Microgat 0.3% Drops pass into breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding use this medicine only upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

Antibiotic resistance

Finish your entire course of treatment with Microgat 0.3% Drops, even if your condition gets better after a few doses to avoid antibiotic resistance (the bacteria develop the ability to defeat the antibiotics intended to kill them).

Contact lens

Avoid wearing contact lenses if you have an eye infection or while you are instilling Microgat 0.3% Drops.

Use in children

Microgat 0.3% Drops is not recommended for use in children less than one year of age unless directed by your doctor.

Driving or operating machines

Microgat 0.3% Drops may cause short-term blurring of vision, burning sensation, or discomfort in the eyes after instilling the eye drops. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines until your vision is clear.

Missed Dose

Instill the missed dose of Microgat 0.3% Drops as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

As Microgat 0.3% Drops is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not instill more than the prescribed dose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Microgat 0.3% Drops is for external use only. Administer it as directed by your doctor. Do not touch your eyes with unwashed hands. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper against any surface to prevent contamination. Avoid sharing items like eyeglasses, contact lenses, pillows, towels, clothes, or eye or face makeup with others if you have an eye infection. Avoid wearing contact lenses while you are using this medicine, as it may cause your infection to become worse.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Microgat 0.3% Drops stops the action of enzymes that help the bacteria to multiply. This helps to prevent the growth of bacteria and eventually kills them.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Antibiotics, Fluoroquinolones

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 31 Jan 2022

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