Benzalkonium Chloride + Gatifloxacin + Prednisolone

Dosage Forms Available

• Benzalkonium Chloride + Gatifloxacin + Prednisolone is available for use via the ocular route in the form of eye drops.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults and children. However, its safety and efficacy have not been established for children under one year of age.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Gatifloxacin, Prednisolone, or Benzalkonium Chloride.

• It is also contraindicated in patients with viral or fungal eye infections and in those with glaucoma.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (such as aspirin and ibuprofen), anticoagulants (like warfarin), diuretics (including furosemide), anticholinergics (such as atropine), and live attenuated vaccines (like typhoid).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medicine might cause severe eye irritation or discomfort. In such cases, rinse your eyes with clean water at room temperature. If symptoms persist or worsen after rinsing, it is crucial to inform your doctor.

• If you miss a dose of this eye medication, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not use extra drops to make up for a missed dose. In case you happen to put a few extra drops of this medicine in your eye, do not panic. Rinse your eyes with clean water at room temperature. If any symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If you experience mild stinging or burning immediately after applying the eye drops, try waiting a few moments before blinking to allow the liquid to settle.

• Temporary blurred vision might occur immediately following application; avoid engaging in activities that require clear vision until this resolves.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medicine may cause temporary blurred vision after application. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until your vision has cleared and you are sure that performing these activities does not pose a safety risk.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The use of this medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding is not recommended without a doctor's advice. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medication if you are pregnant or nursing.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution is advised for patients who have diabetes as steroids like Prednisolone can raise blood sugar levels.

• Patients with weakened immune systems should also be cautious as steroids might mask or worsen infections.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain good hygiene practices like washing hands before applying eye drops to prevent introducing additional bacteria to the eye.

• To reduce the risk of further irritation or infection, avoid touching the tip of the dropper bottle against your eye or any other surface.

• Ensure that you manage stress effectively as high stress levels can affect immune function and may hinder recovery from infections.

• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day which supports overall health and helps maintain hydration of the eyes, potentially reducing dryness or irritation.