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Gatipred belongs to a group of medications called ‘Antibiotics and Corticosteroids’ used to treat bacterial eye infections or eye discomfort, especially in patients who have undergone eye surgeries. It also decreases the risk of eye infections such as conjunctivitis (inflammation of the conjunctiva) and other inflammatory conditions of the eye (cornea, iris, and connective tissue) in postoperative patients. Gatipred is a combination of two medicines: Gatifloxacin and Prednisolone. Gatipred is an antibiotic that acts by interfering with the formation of essential proteins required for bacterial growth. Prednisolone is a steroid that reduces inflammation and symptoms associated with infection such as redness and irritation. It works by inhibiting the chemicals such as prostaglandins that cause inflammation. Gatifloxacin+prednisolone is available for external use only. You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Gatipred are application site reactions such as redness, burning or stinging sensation, watery eyes, and blurred vision. These side-effects are mild and temporary. It may also cause inflammation of the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye), which is a serious side-effect and may cause vision problems. If any of these side-effects persist, consult your doctor immediately. Inform your doctor before using Gatipred if you have allergic reactions to medicines, tuberculosis, damaged cornea, ulcers in the eye, eye infection and producing pus, open lesions in the eye and glaucoma (a condition where the pressure inside the eye is increased). Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting Gatipred. This medicine may cause temporary blurred vision; hence drive only when you are alert and have clear vision.

INTRODUCTION ABALAM 600/300 is a combination of Abacavir and Lamivudine which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-viral agents. It is used in the management of HIV infection in adults, adolescents and in children (weighing above 25 kgs). HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection is a viral infection that damages our immune system and weakens our body’s ability to fight against various infections. Both abacavir and lamivudine are nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. They work by blocking the actions of certain viral enzymes (HIV-reverse transcriptase) that is required for the viral cell to grow and multiply. This prevents further multiplication of viral cells within the body. Also, they can improve immunity in the affected patients by increasing the number of certain types of white blood cells (CD4) in the body which is required to fight against various infections. ABALAM 600/300 cannot not manage HIV infection completely. It can reduce only the number of viral cells present in the body and maintains them at a lower level. During management with ABALAM 600/300 your doctor will closely monitor your body weight, blood cholesterol levels and blood sugar levels to reduce the risk of unwanted side effects. Do not take ABALAM 600/300 if you are allergic to abacavir or lamivudine. Before taking ABALAM 600/300 inform your doctor if you have diabetes or any liver (hepatitis C or B infection), kidney or heart problems. If you are already taking ABALAM 600/300 to manage hepatitis B or C infection, do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. Even if you take ABALAM 600/300, it is important for you to follow certain measures to prevent the spread of infections to the other people (such as avoid having unprotected sexual intercourse or sharing needles or personal items like toothbrush, razors etc with other people). ABALAM 600/300 is not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women. The most common side effects of taking ABALAM 600/300 are difficulty in sleeping, increased signs of infections, nausea, stomach pain, headache, or dizziness. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects worsens. Also inform your doctor immediately if you experience severe fever with extreme tiredness, sudden changes in body weight or severe stomach pain along with dark urine after taking ABALAM 600/300. USES OF ABALAM 600/300 Manages HIV infection in adults, adolescents and in children (weighing above 25 kgs) HOW ABALAM 600/300 WORKS ABALAM 600/300 is an anti-retroviral medicine. It controls the multiplication of viral cell within the body, by blocking the actions of certain viral enzymes (HIV-reverse transcriptase) that is required for the viral cell to grow and multiply. It can also improve immunity in the affected patients by increasing the number of certain types of white blood cells (CD4) in the body which is required to fight against various infections. DIRECTIONS FOR USE Take ABALAM 600/300 as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. ABALAM 600/300 can be taken with or without meals. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and for how long ABALAM 600/300 must be taken depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the infection. Do not stop taking ABALAM 600/300 without consulting your doctor as it may reduce its effectiveness. SIDE EFFECTS OF ABALAM 600/300 COMMON difficulty in sleeping feeling depressed headache, tiredness, dizziness nausea, diarrhoea fever, skin rash stomach pain loss of appetite irritated or runny nose hair loss UNCOMMON decrease in RBC, WBC, and platelets RARE Stop taking ABALAM 600/300 and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of allergic reactions (such as skin rash, fever, accompanied with sore throat, cough, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, tiredness, joint pain, muscle pain, swelling of the neck, difficulty in breathing, mouth ulcers, occasional headaches, inflammation of the eye, low blood pressure, sense of tingling or numbness of hands or feet) pure red cell aplasia (failure of bone marrow to produce new red blood cells) signs of infections (such as fever, headache, stomach-ache, breathing difficulty) signs of auto-immune disorders (such as rapid or irregular heartbeat, tremor, hyperactivity, general weakness) signs of osteonecrosis (death of bone cells causing joint stiffness, pain in the hip, knee or shoulder and difficulty in moving) signs of liver problems (such as yellowing of the skin and whites of the eye, dark urine, light-coloured stools, loss of appetite, nausea, pain, tenderness on the right side of stomach) heart attack changes in body fat (such as increase fat in the shoulder and neck (buffalo hump), breast, and in the middle body or fat loss from the legs, arms, or face)

Tipanat 6.14mg/15mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that treat cancer of the colon and rectum that has spread to other parts of the body (metastasized). It works by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells. Tipanat 6.14mg/15mg Tablet should be taken with food, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. The most common side effects of this medicine include anemia, neutropenia, fatigue, nausea, thrombocytopenia, decreased appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, and fever. If any of these side effects bother you, let your doctor know. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with liver functioning.

Tipanat 8.19mg/20mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that treat cancer of the colon and rectum that has spread to other parts of the body (metastasized). It works by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells. Tipanat 8.19mg/20mg Tablet should be taken with food, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. The most common side effects of this medicine include anemia, neutropenia, fatigue, nausea, thrombocytopenia, decreased appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, and fever. If any of these side effects bother you, let your doctor know. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with liver functioning.

A healthy eye produces enough tears to keep it moist and healthy. However, in patients with Dry Eyes or Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), either the amount of tear production is reduced or the rate at which the tear evaporates is increased. Visioaid is Schirmer’s test strip (STT) that helps to diagnose KCS. Based on the extent to which the STT strip is moistened by tears, the veterinarian is able to diagnose the severity of KCS and provide suitable treatment. The veterinarian will place the tip of VISIOAID inside the eyelid, closes the eye, and holds the paper for exactly 60 seconds. The distance travelled by the tears on the VISIOAID strip in sixty seconds is recorded and the diagnosis is made.

Tropicamide Ophthalmic Solution USP 0.5% is a sterile, anticholinergic eye drop used primarily for diagnostic purposes in ophthalmology. ________________________________________ 🔍 Primary Uses 1. Pupillary Dilation (Mydriasis): Tropicamide 0.5% is employed to dilate the pupil, facilitating detailed examination of the retina, optic nerve, and other internal eye structures during procedures like fundoscopy and slit-lamp assessments. 2. Cycloplegia: It temporarily paralyzes the ciliary muscle, preventing accommodation (focusing), which is useful in refractive error assessments. 3. Management of Uveitis: Tropicamide 0.5% is utilized in treating conditions like acute and subacute iridocyclitis, chronic iridocyclitis, and to prevent adhesions and disruptions of the iris and ciliary body. ________________________________________ ⚠️ Side Effects While generally well-tolerated, potential side effects may include: • Temporary stinging or burning sensation upon instillation • Blurred vision • Sensitivity to light (photophobia) • Dry mouth • Headache • Nausea or vomiting • Pale skin • Central nervous system disturbances, including agitation or confusion, especially in pediatric patients ________________________________________ 🧪 Usage Instructions • Administration: Instill one or two drops into the affected eye(s) as directed by your healthcare provider. • Contact Lenses: Remove contact lenses before application. • Hygiene: Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface to prevent contamination. • Post-application: Apply gentle pressure to the inner corner of the eye for 1–3 minutes to minimize systemic absorption. ________________________________________ ⚠️ Precautions • Driving and Operating Machinery: Avoid engaging in activities requiring clear vision, such as driving, until the effects of the medication have worn off. • Pediatric Use: Use with caution in children, as anticholinergic drugs may cause CNS disturbances. • Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Consult your healthcare provider before use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Biotrav (Travoprost) Ophthalmic Solution Biotrav is a prescription eye drop containing travoprost, a prostaglandin analog used to lower intraocular pressure (IOP) in individuals with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. ________________________________________ ✅ Primary Uses • Open-Angle Glaucoma: A common type of glaucoma characterized by gradual loss of vision due to increased IOP. • Ocular Hypertension: Elevated IOP without optic nerve damage, which can lead to glaucoma if untreated. ________________________________________ 💊 Dosage and Administration • Recommended Dosage: Instill one drop into the affected eye(s) once daily in the evening. • Application Tips: o Wash hands before use. o Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface, including the eye, to prevent contamination. o If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them. ________________________________________ ⚠️ Precautions and Contraindications • Contraindications: o Hypersensitivity to travoprost or any component of the formulation. o Active or suspected ocular infections. o History of hypersensitivity to prostaglandin analogs. • Cautions: o Use with caution in patients with a history of uveitis, macular edema, or retinal vein occlusion. o May cause changes in eye color, eyelash growth, and skin pigmentation around the eyes. o Consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. ________________________________________ 🧪 Mechanism of Action Travoprost works by increasing the outflow of aqueous humor through the trabecular meshwork and uveoscleral pathways, thereby reducing IOP. This helps prevent damage to the optic nerve and loss of vision associated with glaucoma and ocular hypertension.

Biotrav-T (Travoprost and Timolol Maleate) Ophthalmic Solution is a prescription eye drop used to manage elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in individuals with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It combines two medications—travoprost (a prostaglandin analog) and timolol maleate (a non-selective beta-blocker)—to reduce IOP through complementary mechanisms. ________________________________________ ✅ Primary Uses • Open-Angle Glaucoma: A common form of glaucoma characterized by gradual loss of vision due to increased IOP. • Ocular Hypertension: Elevated IOP without optic nerve damage, which can lead to glaucoma if untreated. ________________________________________ 💊 Dosage and Administration • Recommended Dosage: Instill one drop into the affected eye(s) once daily, preferably in the evening. • Application Tips: o Wash hands before use. o Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface, including the eye, to prevent contamination. o If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them. ________________________________________ ⚠️ Precautions and Contraindications • Contraindications: o Hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation. o Active or suspected ocular infections. o History of hypersensitivity to beta-blockers. • Cautions: o Use with caution in patients with cardiovascular or pulmonary diseases, as timolol may exacerbate conditions like asthma, bradycardia, or heart block. o Monitor for potential systemic absorption effects, including hypotension or bradycardia. o Consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. ________________________________________

Tobi-D (Tobramycin with Dexamethasone) Eye Drops is a prescription ophthalmic solution combining an antibiotic and a corticosteroid to treat specific bacterial eye infections accompanied by inflammation. ________________________________________ ✅ Primary Uses Tobi-D is primarily used for: • Bacterial Conjunctivitis: Infection of the conjunctiva (the membrane covering the white part of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelids). • Keratitis: Infection of the cornea. • Post-surgical Infections: Prophylactic treatment or management of infections following eye surgeries. It addresses both the infection and the inflammation associated with these conditions. ________________________________________ 💊 Dosage and Administration • Standard Dosage: Instill 1–2 drops into the affected eye(s) every 4–6 hours, or as directed by your healthcare provider. • Application Tips: o Wash your hands before use. o Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface, including the eye, to prevent contamination. o If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them. ________________________________________ ⚠️ Contraindications and Cautions • Contraindications: o Hypersensitivity to tobramycin, dexamethasone, or any component of the formulation. o Active viral infections of the eye, such as herpes simplex keratitis. o Untreated fungal or mycobacterial infections of the eye. • Cautions: o Use with caution in patients with a history of glaucoma, as corticosteroids can increase intraocular pressure. o Prolonged use may lead to cataract formation or secondary ocular infections. o Consult your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. ________________________________________ 🧪 Mechanism of Action • Tobramycin: An aminoglycoside antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis, leading to bacterial cell death. • Dexamethasone: A corticosteroid that reduces inflammation by inhibiting the release of inflammatory mediators. Together, these components address both the infection and the inflammation associated with certain eye conditions.