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Zymaxid Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Gatifloxacin 0.5%; oph soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.
Pharmacological Class
Quinolone.
How Supplied
Soln—2.5mL
Manufacturer
Zymaxid Indications
Indications
Susceptible bacterial conjunctivitis.
Zymaxid Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<1yr: not established. ≥1yr: 1 drop every 2hrs in affected eye(s) while awake (max 8 doses) on day 1, then 1 drop in affected eye(s) 2–4 times daily while awake on days 2–7.
Zymaxid Contraindications
Not Applicable
Zymaxid Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Zymaxid Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Discontinue if superinfection or hypersensitivity occurs. Corneal endothelial cell injury. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Zymaxid Pharmacokinetics
Elimination
Half-life: 7–14 hours.
Zymaxid Interactions
Not Applicable
Zymaxid Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Worsening conjunctivitis, irritation, dysgeusia, eye pain/discharge.
Zymaxid Clinical Trials
See Literature
Zymaxid Note
Not Applicable
Zymaxid Patient Counseling
See Literature
