Ketogate Eye Drops belongs to the ophthalmic eye medications primarily used to treat post-operative eye pain and inflammation. The eye is a very fragile organ and requires extreme care before, during and after a surgical procedure to minimize or prevent further damage. It causes some conditions like pain, redness, and swelling associated with surgeries of the eyes.
Ketogate Eye Drops contains two medicines: Gatifloxacin and Ketorolac. Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing bacterial cell division and cell repair. Ketorolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is a painkiller. It works by blocking the release of several chemical messengers that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and pain in the eye. Together it relieves pain and inflammation.
Take Ketogate Eye Drops as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Ketogate Eye Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience common side effects like eye irritation, watery eyes, and a burning sensation. Most of these side effects of Ketogate Eye Drops do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Please do not use Ketogate Eye Drops without consulting your doctor if you have asthma, bleeding disorders and allergic reactions to Ketogate Eye Drops and its components. Avoid touching the dropper with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids while administering drops since it contaminates the dropper tip and solution. It is advised to check with your doctor before using Ketogate Eye Drops if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this Ketogate Eye Drops due to the increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Do not use Ketogate Eye Drops in case of blurred vision or using any contact lens.