Gatipram eye drops are an ophthalmic preparation with an effective formula that targets superficial bacterial infections of the eye and its appendages. These drops contain the active ingredient gatifloxacin at a concentration of 0.3% w/v. Gatifloxacin belongs to the fourth generation of fluoroquinolones, a class known for its broad effectiveness against a variety of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria that can cause eye infections. Gatifloxacin works by inhibiting two key enzymes in the bacterial cell responsible for DNA replication (DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV), which stops bacterial growth and leads to bacterial death, thereby eliminating the infection and relieving its symptoms.
The active ingredient in Gatipram eye drops
Each milliliter of Gatipram eye drops contains the following active ingredient, which gives it its therapeutic properties:
Gatifloxacin: 0.3% w/v, equivalent to 3 mg of gatifloxacin per milliliter of solution. This concentration has been carefully selected to maximize therapeutic efficacy while preserving eye safety and minimizing the risk of local side effects.
Available Concentrations
Gatipram eye drops are primarily available in the following concentrations:
Gatifloxacin: 0.3% (3 mg/ml).
This concentration is considered optimal for the treatment of most bacterial conjunctivitis and other superficial eye infections that respond to gatifloxacin. Other products containing gatifloxacin may be available in different concentrations or formulations, but Gatifloxacin is usually used at this specific concentration. It is important to always follow your doctor's prescription and check the package for the correct concentration and specific usage instructions.
Indications for use of Gatipram eye drops
Gatipram eye drops are primarily used to treat superficial bacterial eye infections, including:
Bacterial conjunctivitis: This is an inflammation of the thin membrane covering the white of the eye and the inner part of the eyelid, characterized by symptoms such as redness, watering, yellow or green discharge, and a gritty feeling in the eye. This infection can be caused by a variety of bacteria sensitive to gatifloxacin.
Gatifloxacin may also be prescribed to treat other types of superficial bacterial eye infections, determined by your doctor based on the diagnosis and the type of bacteria suspected or confirmed.