
Zymar0.3%
Allergan, Inc.

Ophthalmic Solution
Tag 0.3% is a fluoroquinolone antibacterial which acts by inhibiting DNA synthesis in susceptible organisms via inhibition of both DNA gyrase (essential for bacterial reproduction) and topoisomerase IV (essential during bacterial cell division).
| Condition | Dosage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis | 400 mg 5 days Acute Sinusitis: 400 mg 10 days Community-acquired Pneumonia: 400 mg 7-14 days Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections: 400 mg 7-10 days Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections: 400 mg Single Dose or 200 mg 3 days Complicated Urinary Tract Infections: 400 mg 7-10 days Acute Pyelonephritis: 400 mg 7-10 days Uncomplicated Urethral Gonnorrhea in Men: 400 mg Single dose |
What is Tag 0.3% used for?
Gatifloxacin is indicated in the following infections: Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis due to Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Haemophilus parainfluenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, or Staphylococcus aureus. Acute sinusitis due to Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. Community-acquired pneumonia due to Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae,…
What is the dosage of Tag 0.3%?
Acute Bacterial Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis: 400 mg 5 days Acute Sinusitis: 400 mg 10 days Community-acquired Pneumonia: 400 mg 7-14 days Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections: 400 mg 7-10 days Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections: 400 mg Single Dose or 200 mg 3 days Complicated Urinary Tract Infections: 400 mg 7-10 days Acute Pyelonephritis: 400 mg 7-10 days Uncomplicated Uret…
What are the side effects of Tag 0.3%?
Gatifloxacin is generally well tolerated. The most common side effects that can occur while taking this drug are usually mild and include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, dizziness,and headache .
Who should not take Tag 0.3%?
Gatifloxacin is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity of Gatifloxacin, quinolone antimicrobial agents, or any other components of this product.
What precautions should be taken with Tag 0.3%?
Gatifloxacin should be administered with caution in the presence of renal insufficiency.
Is Tag 0.3% safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Pregnancy: Gatifloxacin should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit outweighs the potential risk to the fetus.Lactation: It is not known whether Gatifloxacin is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when gatifloxacin is administered to a nursing woman.
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