# Gatifloxacin (Zymaxid)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/gatifloxacin
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Gatifloxacin?

Gatifloxacin (brand name: Zymaxid) is a prescription medication used to treat klebsiella infections and haemophilus infection. Across the United States, 464 doctors prescribe Gatifloxacin to approximately 23,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Zymaxid

## Indications

Gatifloxacin is prescribed for several conditions including klebsiella infections, haemophilus infections, cystitis, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Klebsiella Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/klebsiella-infections)
- [Haemophilus Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/haemophilus-infections)
- [Cystitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/cystitis)
- [Streptococcal Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/streptococcal-infections)
- [Bronchitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bronchitis)
- [Urinary Tract Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/urinary-tract-infections)
- [Pyelonephritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pyelonephritis)
- [Conjunctivitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/conjunctivitis)
- [Bacterial](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/bacterial)
- [Escherichia coli Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/escherichia-coli-infections)
- [Staphylococcal Infections](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/staphylococcal-infections)

## Mechanism of action

Gatifloxacin is a quinolone antimicrobial [ see Microbiology ( 12.4 ) ] .

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Bronchodilator
- Route of administration: OPHTHALMIC

## Common side effects

adverse reactions occurring in ≥ 1 % of patients included worsening of conjunctivitis, eye irritation, dysgeusia, and eye pain

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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