Gatison 0.1%+0.3% Eye Drop 5ml

✔️ Dosage & Administration

The supplied product information recommends instilling 1–2 drops into the conjunctival sac 3–4 times daily. However, the prescribing ophthalmologist must determine the appropriate dose and duration based on the eye condition.

How to apply:

• Wash your hands before use.
• Tilt your head back and gently pull down the lower eyelid.
• Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching the eye, eyelid, fingers, or other surfaces.
• Instill the prescribed number of drops into the lower eyelid pocket.
• Gently close the eye and wipe away excess liquid with a clean tissue.
• Replace the cap securely.
• If using other eye drops, leave an interval of at least 5 minutes between applications unless instructed otherwise.

✔️ Side Effects:

• Eye redness
• Itching or irritation
• Dry eyes
• Eyelid swelling
• Eye discomfort
• Temporary blurred or reduced vision
• Potential complications associated with dexamethasone include:
• Increased intraocular pressure
• Delayed wound healing

✔️ Precautions & Warnings

• Eye pressure monitoring: If treatment continues for 10 days or longer, intraocular pressure should be monitored as directed by the ophthalmologist.
• Prolonged use: Extended corticosteroid use may cause glaucoma, cataracts, or other eye complications.
• Viral infections: Steroids may worsen certain viral eye infections, including herpes simplex keratitis.
• Fungal infections: Do not use for untreated fungal infections of the eye.
• Corneal injury: Steroids may delay healing and require close supervision in patients with corneal damage.
• Contact lenses: Avoid contact lenses during an active eye infection unless your eye-care professional advises otherwise.
• Contamination prevention: Do not touch the dropper tip to any surface.
• Follow-up: Do not continue treatment longer than prescribed. Seek reassessment if symptoms worsen or fail to improve.

✔️ Drug Interactions

Specific interaction studies for this eye-drop combination may be limited. Inform your doctor about all medicines and eye preparations you use.

The supplied product information identifies potential interactions involving gatifloxacin and products containing aluminum, calcium, magnesium, or zinc, as well as digoxin and probenecid. The clinical significance of interactions from topical ophthalmic use may differ from oral use.

✔️ Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Pregnancy: There are limited controlled safety data for this combination in pregnant women. Use only when the ophthalmologist considers the expected benefit to outweigh potential risks.

Breastfeeding: It is not fully established how much of either ingredient reaches breast milk after topical eye administration. Consult your physician before use.

✔️ Storage:

Store in a cool, dry place away from light, following the manufacturer's instructions.

Keep out of reach of children.

Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface.

Discard the bottle one month after first opening if specified by the product label.