Gaticon-F Eye Drop

How to use Gaticon-F Eye Drop

• Wash your hands thoroughly before using the drops.
• To create a pocket, tilt your head back and gently pull down the lower eyelid.
• As prescribed by your doctor, instill one to two drops into the affected eye(s).
• Close your eyes and gently massage the inner corner to prevent the drops from draining.
• To avoid contamination, never touch the dropper tip to any surface, including your eye.
• Securely close the bottle and store it in a cool, dry place.

How Medicine Works

• GatiTop-F Eye Drops combine gatifloxacin, an antibiotic, with fluorometholone, a corticosteroid.
• Gatifloxacin helps stop bacterial growth and treats infections in the eye.
• Fluorometholone helps reduce redness and inflammation associated with eye infections.

Expert Advice

• Follow your doctor's instructions carefully regarding dosage.
• Avoid overusing the drops, as excessive corticosteroid use can lead to side effects.
• Unless directed by your doctor, do not wear contact lenses while using GatiTop-F Eye Drops.
• Consult your doctor if symptoms worsen or do not improve.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Q1: How often should I apply GatiTop-F Eye Drops?

  A: As advised by your doctor, the usual dosage is 1-2 drops in the affected eye(s) two to four times a day.

• Q2: Can I use GatiTop-F Eye Drops if I wear contact lenses?

  A: Unless instructed by your doctor, you should avoid wearing contact lenses while using these eye drops.

• Q3: What should I do if I miss a dose?

  A: Apply the dose as soon as you remember. If your next dose is nearly due, skip the missed dose and continue your usual schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q4: How long should I use GatiTop-F Eye Drops?

  A: Use the drops for the full recommended duration to ensure complete treatment of the infection. See your doctor if the infection persists.

• Q5: Can I stop using GatiTop-F Eye Drops once my symptoms improve?

  A: To ensure the infection is fully cleared, continue using the eye drops for the entire prescribed duration, even if symptoms improve.