Pregnancy Interaction

• Gifaxin (which usually has Gatifloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic) is not safe to take during pregnancy unless the possible benefits are greater than the dangers.
• Studies on animals reveal that the fetus may be at risk for joint and cartilage problems.
• If you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant, talk to your doctor before using.

Faq For Medicine

Q1: What is the purpose of the Gifaxin 200mg Tablet?
A1: It treats bacterial illnesses such skin infections, urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, and gastrointestinal infections that are caused by germs that can be treated.

Q2: Is it safe for kids to take Gifaxin?
A2: Only provide to kids under strong medical supervision because fluoroquinolones may harm developing joints.

Q3: How long do I need to take it?
A3: Even if your symptoms go better sooner, you should still finish the full course as advised, which is normally 5–14 days.

Q4: Is it okay to eat with it?
A4: Yes, you can take it with or without meals, but don't take it with dairy products or antacids within two hours of taking it.

Q5: What should I do if I forget to take a dose?
A5: Take it as soon as you recall. Don't take twice as much.

Expert Advice

• Do not change the dose on your own; take it exactly as directed.
• While taking this medicine, drink plenty of water.
• Don't drive or use machinery if you feel dizzy.
• If you have tendon discomfort, edema, or unusual tiredness, tell your doctor right once. Fluoroquinolones can rarely harm tendons.

Side Effects

• Common: feeling sick, having diarrhea, having a headache, and feeling dizzy.
• Less common: stomach ache, trouble sleeping, and a minor rash.
• Tendon rupture, severe allergic reactions, liver difficulties, and nerve injury (peripheral neuropathy) are all rare but dangerous.
• If your face or throat swells, you have trouble breathing, or you have severe tendon pain, get medical care right away.

 How It Works

• Gatifloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, is in Gifaxin.
• It acts by stopping the enzymes DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV from working, which are needed for bacteria to copy their DNA.
• This kills bacteria and inhibits the spread of infection.

Medicine Interaction

• Don't take antacids, sucralfate, iron, or zinc supplements within two hours of your dose because they make it harder for your body to absorb the medicine.
• May make oral anticoagulants (warfarin) work better—keep an eye on INR.
• Be careful with anti-diabetic drugs because Gatifloxacin may change how your blood sugar levels work.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take to avoid bad interactions.

 How to Use

• Take Gifaxin 200mg Tablet by mouth with a glass of water.
• You can take it with or without food.
• Don't miss any doses; take the full course as directed.
• Don't eat dairy products or foods high in calcium for two hours before or after.
• Keep it out of the sun and in a cool, dry area.

 Uses / Indications

• Infections of the urinary tract (UTI)
• Infections of the respiratory tract, such as bronchitis and pneumonia
• Infections affecting the skin and soft tissue
• Infections of the digestive system (caused by germs that can get into the body)
• Eye or ear infections in some forms (if recommended)