Gatiwin 400mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Gatiwin 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Gatiwin 400mg Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Gatiwin 400mg Tablet is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Gatiwin Tablet
Benefits of Gatiwin Tablet
In Bacterial infections
Gatiwin 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.
Side effects of Gatiwin Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youβre worried about them
Common side effects of Gatiwin
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
How to use Gatiwin Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gatiwin 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gatiwin 400mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gatiwin 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gatiwin 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Gatiwin 400mg Tablet may cause diarrhea or rash in the baby
Gatiwin 400mg Tablet may cause diarrhea or rash in the baby
Driving
UNSAFE
Gatiwin 400mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
The most common side effects that can occur when taking Gatiwin 400mg Tablet are usually mild nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, diarrhea, dizziness, and headache.This may affect your ability to drive.
The most common side effects that can occur when taking Gatiwin 400mg Tablet are usually mild nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, diarrhea, dizziness, and headache.This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Gatiwin 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gatiwin 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Take plenty of water while you are taking this medicine
Take plenty of water while you are taking this medicine
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gatiwin 400mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Gatifloxacin oral (tablet and suspension) and injection form has been withdrawn from the market, as it has shown incidences of abnormally high or low blood sugar levels in humans. However, its ophthalmic form (eye drop) is available to treat bacterial infections of the eye, which is considered to be safe for use.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Fluoroquinolone
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones
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Name: Wintech Pharmaceuticals
Address: WINTECH PHARMACEUTICALS, Office No. 2 & 3, 3rd Floor, Broadway Shopping Center, Dr. Ambedkar Road, Dadar T.T., Mumbai - 400014 INDIA
Country of origin: India
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