ZENGAT DROPS 5ML

ZENGAT DROPS 5ML belongs to the class of antibiotics known as fluoroquinolones, primarily used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis. Bacterial conjunctivitis is the infection of the outer white membrane of the eyeball, the conjunctiva. This infection is highly contagious. Signs and symptoms include pink/red-toned eyes, gritty feeling in eyes, itchiness in eyes, teary eyes, and thick discharge around the eyes. 

ZENGAT DROPS 5ML contains Gatifloxacin, which kills bacteria (bactericidal action) by preventing the synthesis of enzymes, namely DNA gyrase and Topoisomerase IV, which is essential for the growth and survival of the bacterial cell. ZENGAT DROPS 5ML has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria.

Use ZENGAT DROPS 5ML as prescribed by your doctor. ZENGAT DROPS 5ML is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use ZENGAT DROPS 5ML for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as eye irritation, eye redness, blurred vision, and watery eyes. Most of these side effects of ZENGAT DROPS 5ML do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. 

Before starting ZENGAT DROPS 5ML, please inform your doctor if you have any allergies to any antibiotic or have kidney/liver problems. You should not wear contact lenses while you have symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis or while you are applying ZENGAT DROPS 5ML. Consult your doctor before taking ZENGAT DROPS 5ML if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. ZENGAT DROPS 5ML is not recommended for children below 1 year. However, please consult a doctor before giving ZENGAT DROPS 5ML to children. ZENGAT DROPS 5ML may cause temporary vision problems (blurred vision), so be cautious while driving and operating machinery.

ZENGAT DROPS 5ML belongs to the group of medicines called fluoroquinolone antibiotics used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis. It kills bacteria (bactericidal action) by preventing the synthesis of enzymes, namely DNA gyrase and Topoisomerase IV, which is essential for the growth and survival of the bacterial cell. ZENGAT DROPS 5ML has a broad spectrum of antibacterial activity against aerobic gram-positive and aerobic gram-negative bacteria. ZENGAT DROPS 5ML has a very low level of bacterial resistance compared to other antibiotics.

• Eye irritation
• Eye redness
• Blurred vision
• Watery eyes

Do not take ZENGAT DROPS 5ML if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to the quinolone or fluoroquinolone antibiotics. You should not wear contact lenses while you have symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis or while you are using ZENGAT DROPS 5ML. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting ZENGAT DROPS 5ML. ZENGAT DROPS 5ML is not recommended for children below 1 year of age as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you have been taking before starting ZENGAT DROPS 5ML. ZENGAT DROPS 5ML may cause temporary blurred vision, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery until your vision is clear.

• Eat probiotics and a diet rich in vitamins as it may help to improve eye health and ward off infection.
• Rinse your eyes regularly with clean water.
• Eat fiber-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas.
• Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit, and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
• Avoid usage of tobacco and alcohol.