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Gatiquin Eye Drop

Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/v)

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Gatiquin Eye Drop 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.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS,
Last updated on 20 Sep 2026 | 01:01 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Gatifloxacin (0.3% w/v)

Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Storage

Store below 25°C

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Product introduction

Gatiquin Eye Drop 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 Gatiquin Eye Drop

Bacterial eye infections

Benefits of Gatiquin Eye Drop

Bacterial eye infections
Gatiquin Eye Drop 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 Gatiquin Eye Drop

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 Gatiquin

Eye irritation
Dry eye
Eyelid swelling
Superficial punctate keratitis
Increased lacrimation
Reduced visual acuity
Abnormal taste

How to use Gatiquin Eye Drop

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

How Gatiquin Eye Drop works

Gatiquin Eye Drop 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

Gatiquin Eye Drop 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 Gatiquin Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Gatiquin Eye Drop 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

Gatiquin Eye Drop 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 Gatiquin 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 Gatiquin Eye Drop used for?

Gatiquin Eye Drop 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 Gatiquin Eye Drop?

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

Can Gatiquin Eye Drop cause allergic reactions?

Yes, serious allergic reactions after using Gatiquin Eye Drop 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 Gatiquin Eye Drop?

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

Can Gatiquin Eye Drop damage the cornea?

Yes, Gatiquin Eye Drop 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 Gatiquin Eye Drop safe for children?

Yes, Gatiquin Eye Drop 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 Gatiquin Eye Drop?

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

Does Gatiquin Eye Drop cure all types of eye infections?

No, Gatiquin Eye Drop only treats bacterial eye infections. It does not work against viral or fungal conjunctivitis. Proper diagnosis by a doctor is important before starting Gatiquin Eye Drop 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.
Gatifloxacin. Irvine, CA: Allergan, Inc; 1999. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
ScienceDirect. Gatifloxacin. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
GATIFLOXACIN ophthalmic solution. Prescribing information. Amityville, NY; HI-TECH Pharmacal Co. Ltd.; 2022. [Accessed 1st Oct. 2025] (online) Available from:

User feedback

Patients taking Gatiquin Eye Drop

Four Times A Day

62%

Thrice A Day

18%

Once A Day

14%

Twice A Day

What are you using Gatiquin Eye Drop for?

Bacterial infections

75%

Others

25%

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Marketer details

Name: Cipla Ltd
Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
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Price Info

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Gatiquin Eye Drop

Benefits of Gatiquin Eye Drop

Side effects of Gatiquin Eye Drop

How to use Gatiquin Eye Drop

How Gatiquin Eye Drop works

All substitutes for Gatiquin Eye Drop

Zymar Eye Drop

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 Gatiquin Eye Drop used for?

Who should not use Gatiquin Eye Drop?

Can Gatiquin Eye Drop cause allergic reactions?

What are the serious side effects of Gatiquin Eye Drop?

Can Gatiquin Eye Drop damage the cornea?

Is Gatiquin Eye Drop safe for children?

Can elderly patients use Gatiquin Eye Drop?

Does Gatiquin Eye Drop cure all types of eye infections?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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