Engatt Eye Ointment

Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/w)

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Engatt Eye Ointment is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the eye. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

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General Information

Contains

Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/w)

Marketer

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Engatt Eye Ointment should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

You may experience nausea, vomiting and diarrhea as the side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Uses of Engatt Eye Ointment

Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Engatt Eye Ointment

Bacterial eye infections
Engatt Eye Ointment is an antibiotic medicine. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Engatt Eye Ointment

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 Engatt

Burning sensation
Taste change
Eye pain
Eye redness
Eye irritation

How to use Engatt Eye Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the tube close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the tube and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid.

How Engatt Eye Ointment works

Engatt Eye Ointment is an antibiotic. It treats bacterial eye infections by preventing the bacteria from dividing and repairing. It does so stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase.

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Quick tips

Engatt Eye Ointment helps treat bacterial infections of the eye.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the medication.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Engatt Eye Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Engatt Eye Ointment may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

UNSAFE

Engatt Eye Ointment may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Interaction with drugs

Taking Engatt with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Moderate

Prednisolone (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor blood potassium levels.

Moderate

Prednisolone (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor blood potassium levels.

Moderate

Prednisolone (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor blood potassium levels.

Moderate

Prednisolone (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor blood potassium levels.

Frequently asked questions

What is Engatt Eye Ointment used for?

Engatt Eye Ointment is used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, caused by certain bacteria such as Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, and Haemophilus influenzae.

Who should not use Engatt Eye Ointment?

People should not use Engatt Eye Ointment if they are allergic to gatifloxacin, any other quinolone antibiotics, or any of the ingredients in the medicine.

Can Engatt Eye Ointment cause allergic reactions?

Yes, serious allergic reactions after using Engatt Eye Ointment can occur, including swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing, rash, or itching, even after a single dose. Rarely, severe reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome have been reported.

What are the serious side effects of Engatt Eye Ointment?

Serious side effects of Engatt Eye Ointment may include severe eye pain, worsening redness, allergic reactions, or vision changes. Medical help should be sought immediately if these occur.

Can Engatt Eye Ointment damage the cornea?

Yes, Engatt Eye Ointment may cause corneal endothelial cell injury if it enters the inner chamber of the eye during surgery or other procedures. It should only be used as directed on the eye surface.

Is Engatt Eye Ointment safe for children?

Yes, Engatt Eye Ointment can be used in children one year of age and older for bacterial conjunctivitis. Safety in infants under one year has not been established.

Can elderly patients use Engatt Eye Ointment?

Yes, elderly patients can safely use Engatt Eye Ointment. No differences in safety or effectiveness have been observed compared to younger adults.

Does Engatt Eye Ointment cure all types of eye infections?

No, Engatt Eye Ointment only treats bacterial eye infections. It does not work against viral or fungal conjunctivitis. Proper diagnosis by a doctor is important before starting Engatt Eye Ointment treatment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Quinoline carboxylic acids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

Bacterial DNA Replication Inhibitors- Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones

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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Marketer details

Name: Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Ashirwad building, S.V.Road, Opp. Badi Masjid, Bandra(W), Mumbai-400050, INDIA

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Engatt Eye Ointment

Benefits of Engatt Eye Ointment

Side effects of Engatt Eye Ointment

How to use Engatt Eye Ointment

How Engatt Eye Ointment works

All substitutes for Engatt Eye Ointment

Gatiquin Eye Ointment

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Prednisolone (Oral Route)

Prednisolone (Oral Route)

Prednisolone (Oral Route)

Prednisolone (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Engatt Eye Ointment used for?

Who should not use Engatt Eye Ointment?

Can Engatt Eye Ointment cause allergic reactions?

What are the serious side effects of Engatt Eye Ointment?

Can Engatt Eye Ointment damage the cornea?

Is Engatt Eye Ointment safe for children?

Can elderly patients use Engatt Eye Ointment?

Does Engatt Eye Ointment cure all types of eye infections?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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