ZYMAXID 0.5% EYE DROPS 2.5ML

Why is gatifloxacin used:

Gatifloxacin is used to treat eye infections caused by bacteria sensitive to gatifloxacin.

Do not take gatifloxacin

• If you are allergic to gatifloxacin, any of the quinolones, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Warnings and precautions:

• Tell your doctor about all of your health conditions before using this drug.

• Do not use longer than directed. A second infection may occur.

• Avoid wearing contact lenses during treatment with this medicine.

Possible side effects:

Stop using this product and seek immediate medical attention if you develop a rash; Itch; red, blistered, or peeling skin; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or speaking; Unusual hoarseness or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. The frequency with which these side effects occur is unknown.

Common side effects:

Eye irritation

eye pain

A change in the ability to taste

• watery eyes

Other medicines and gatifloxacin:

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take.

How to take gatifloxacin:

• Do not use in children under the age of one year.

• This property is for eyes only.

• Use this drug as directed by your doctor.

• Tilt your head back. Gently pull your lower eyelid and look up. Put one drop in the lower eyelid, then close your eyes and press the inner corner of the eye for a minute.

• For gatifloxacin 0.5% drop, drip 1 drop every 2 hours (up to 8 times) on the first day. Then drip 1 drop every 4 times daily on the second to seventh day.

• For gatifloxacin 0.3% drop, drip 1 drop every 2 hours (up to 8 times) on days 1 and 2. Then drip 1 drop every 4 times daily on the third to seventh day.

How to store gatifloxacin:

• Store at room temperature from 68 to 77 degrees F (20 to 25 degrees C).

• Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.

• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton.