Gatitru 100mg Syrup 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.

Gatitru 100mg Syrup is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Gatitru Syrup

Bacterial infections

Benefits of Gatitru Syrup

In Bacterial infections

Gatitru 100mg Syrup 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 Gatitru Syrup

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 you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Gatitru

Headache
Dizziness
Vomiting
Nausea
Stomach pain
Diarrhea

How to use Gatitru Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Gatitru 100mg Syrup 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 Gatitru 100mg Syrup.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Gatitru 100mg Syrup 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

Gatitru 100mg Syrup is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Gatitru 100mg Syrup may cause diarrhea or rash in the baby

Driving

UNSAFE

Gatitru 100mg Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
The most common side effects that can occur when taking Gatitru 100mg Syrup are usually mild nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, diarrhea, dizziness, and headache.This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Gatitru 100mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gatitru 100mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Take plenty of water while you are taking this medicine

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Gatitru 100mg Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

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

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

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I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days

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Complete Blood Count

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References

Chambers HF, Deck DH. Sulfonamides, Trimethoprim, & Quinolons. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 819.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 616.
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Gatitru 100mg Syrup

Product introduction

Uses of Gatitru Syrup

Benefits of Gatitru Syrup

In Bacterial infections

Side effects of Gatitru Syrup

Common side effects of Gatitru

How to use Gatitru Syrup

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

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