cetogat 400mg tablet
What is cetogat 400mg tablet used for?
This medicine contains Gatifloxacin (400mg) and is used to treat GASTRO INTESTINAL. Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication and transcription.. Always consult your doctor before use.
- Generic Name: Gatifloxacin
- Manufacturer: Artel Laboratories
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Category C
- Prescription Required: Yes
💊 cetogat 400mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Treatment of acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, community-acquired pneumonia, acute sinusitis, uncomplicated urinary tract infections, and pyelonephritis.
Off-label uses: Bacterial prostatitis, Gonorrhea, Traveler's diarrhea
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Gatifloxacin |
| Brand Name | Abgate |
| Manufacturer | Artel Laboratories |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Quinolones/ Fluroquinolones |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
🔬 How This Medicine Works (Pharmacology)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, preventing DNA replication and transcription.
Mechanism Steps
💡 How to Take cetogat 400mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
⚠️ Side Effects of cetogat 400mg tablet
✅ Common Side Effects
🚨 Serious Side Effects
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Insulin | Major | Enhanced hypoglycemic effect |
| NSAIDs | Moderate | Increased risk of CNS stimulation and seizures |
| Antacids (Mg/Al) | Moderate | Reduced absorption of gatifloxacin |
| Corticosteroids | Moderate | Increased risk of tendon rupture |
🚨 Major Interactions
- Class IA antiarrhythmics
- Class III antiarrhythmics
- Insulin
- Oral hypoglycemics
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- NSAIDs
- Corticosteroids
- Antacids containing magnesium or aluminum
- Sucralfate
- Iron supplements
- Zinc supplements
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
Avoid alcohol; may increase risk of CNS effects and hypoglycemia.
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🚫 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to gatifloxacin or any fluoroquinolone; history of tendon disorders; epilepsy; QT prolongation; uncorrected hypokalemia; concurrent use with Class IA or III antiarrhythmics.
🤱 Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; avoid use or discontinue breastfeeding.
💊 Overdose Management
Supportive care; monitor ECG for QT prolongation; no specific antidote; hemodialysis may remove drug.
⏰ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.