Gatsun Eye Ointment

Gatsun Eye Ointment is a prescription eye medicine containing gatifloxacin in an ophthalmic ointment form, supplied as labelled in each tube. Gatifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial eye infections, not viral or allergic eye problems. Because it is an ointment, Gatsun Eye Ointment stays in the eye longer than drops and may be especially helpful when a doctor wants overnight coverage or a thicker eye medicine.

How it works: Gatifloxacin stops susceptible bacteria from copying their DNA, which helps the infection clear. In ointment form, the medicine coats the eye surface and releases slowly for prolonged local action.

Compared with Gatsun Eye Drop and Gatsun Forte Eye Drop, Gatsun Eye Ointment is the ointment form and is meant for people a doctor feels may benefit from longer contact time on the eye surface. It can feel thicker and blur vision briefly after use, so it is often chosen for bedtime or situations where sustained local effect is preferred. The exact as-labelled strength should be used only as prescribed; it is not interchangeable with the eye drops.

• Bacterial conjunctivitis
• External bacterial eye infections
• Doctor-directed treatment of susceptible eye bacteria
• Adjunct treatment after eye evaluation

• Wash your hands before and after use.
• Tilt your head back, pull down the lower eyelid, and apply a small ribbon of Gatsun Eye Ointment into the pocket inside the eyelid.
• Do not let the tube tip touch your eye, fingers, or any surface.
• Close the eye gently for 1 to 2 minutes and move the eye around to spread the ointment.
• Use exactly the number of times per day your doctor prescribes; if used with eye drops, follow the spacing your clinician gives you.
• Expect temporary blurred vision after applying the ointment; avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision clears.

Each tube of Gatsun Eye Ointment contains gatifloxacin in the exact as-labelled amount stated on the package, and the amount placed in the eye is a thin ribbon, not a full tube. The usual frequency and maximum daily use depend on the infection and the prescriber’s directions, so your doctor decides how often you should apply it and for how many days. Do not use more often or for longer than prescribed, even if symptoms improve quickly.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Gatifloxacin may include:

• Temporary blurred vision after application
• Mild eye irritation or burning
• Eye redness
• Watery eyes
• Unpleasant or bitter taste after use
• Stinging or discomfort in the eye

• This is for the eye only; do not swallow or inject Gatsun Eye Ointment.
• Because the ointment can blur vision, use caution with driving or tasks needing clear sight.
• Tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergy to gatifloxacin or other fluoroquinolone antibiotics.
• Do not wear contact lenses during an active eye infection unless your eye doctor says it is safe.
• Use extra care if you are using other eye medicines; spacing may be needed between products.
• If symptoms are not improving or are getting worse, contact your prescriber promptly.
• Use only for bacterial infections diagnosed by a clinician; it does not treat viruses or allergies.

• Other eye drops or eye ointments, which may need to be spaced apart
• Other fluoroquinolone antibiotics if you have a history of class allergy
• Contact lens care products or lens wear during treatment
• Any medicine your eye doctor says to avoid because of eye irritation or coverage issues

Store Gatsun Eye Ointment tightly closed at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture, and keep the tube tip clean.