Zymaxid
Conjunctivitis, Bacterial, Ocular Infections, Irritations and Inflammations
Treatment
0 Active Studies for Zymaxid
Treatment for
Conjunctivitis, Bacterial
What is Zymaxid
Gatifloxacin
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic medication used to treat respiratory infections. It is a type of fluoroquinolone, and works by blocking certain bacterial enzymes. Gatifloxacin was first introduced by Bristol-Myers Squibb in 1999 under the brand name Tequin®, and is available as tablets and in liquid form for intravenous therapy. It is also available in eye drop form under the brand name Zymar®.
Zymaxid
is the brand name
Zymaxid Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Zymaxid
Gatifloxacin
2010
10
Effectiveness
How Zymaxid Affects Patients
Gatifloxacin is an antibiotic that is taken by mouth or through an IV. It works by blocking a bacterial enzyme called DNA gyrase, which helps the bacteria to make copies of its DNA. Gatifloxacin is especially effective against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It should only be used to treat or prevent bacterial infections.
How Zymaxid works in the body
Gatifloxacin kills bacteria by blocking the enzymes needed for them to copy and repair their DNA.
When to interrupt dosage
The proposed dosage of Zymaxid is contingent upon the diagnosed condition. The amount of dosage fluctuates, depending on the administration approach featured in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Conjunctivitis, Bacterial
, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.3 %, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 3.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL
, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Solution - Intravenous, Tablet, Liquid, Liquid - Intravenous, Intravenous, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic
Ocular Infections, Irritations and Inflammations
, 5.0 mg/mL, 0.3 %, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 3.0 mg/mL, 10.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL
, Ophthalmic, Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, Solution / drops, Solution, Solution - Ophthalmic, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Solution - Intravenous, Tablet, Liquid, Liquid - Intravenous, Intravenous, Suspension / drops - Ophthalmic, Suspension / drops, Suspension, Suspension - Ophthalmic
Warnings
Zymaxid has one restriction. It should not be taken concurrently with any of the conditions given in the following table.
Zymaxid Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Zymaxid.
Common Zymaxid Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Amitriptyline
Major
Gatifloxacin may increase the QTc-prolonging activities of Amitriptyline.
Anagrelide
Major
The metabolism of Anagrelide can be decreased when combined with Gatifloxacin.
Axitinib
Major
The metabolism of Axitinib can be decreased when combined with Gatifloxacin.
Bendamustine
Major
The metabolism of Bendamustine can be decreased when combined with Gatifloxacin.
Clomipramine
Major
The metabolism of Clomipramine can be decreased when combined with Gatifloxacin.
Zymaxid Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Zymaxid?
Zero active clinical trials are currently in progress to assess the potential of Zymaxid in treating Ocular Infections, Irritations and Inflammations.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Conjunctivitis, Bacterial
0 Actively Recruiting
Ocular Infections, Irritations and Inflammations
0 Actively Recruiting
Zymaxid Reviews: What are patients saying about Zymaxid?
5
Patient Review
12/7/2010
Zymaxid for Pink Eye from Bacterial Infection
4
Patient Review
2/5/2011
Zymaxid for Pink Eye from Bacterial Infection
1.3
Patient Review
8/11/2010
Zymaxid for Pink Eye from Bacterial Infection
Patient Q&A Section about zymaxid
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is Zymaxid the same as moxifloxacin?
"Avelox (moxifloxacin) is an effective treatment for various types of bacterial infections, but it is more expensive than its alternatives. It can also be used to treat eye infections. Zymaxid (gatifloxacin) is an effective treatment for pink eye caused by bacteria, but it must be applied multiple times a day. It is available as a generic medicine."
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How much does Zymaxid cost?
"How much does Zymaxid cost? The average cost of Zymaxid is around $233.82 without insurance coverage."
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What is the generic name for Zymaxid?
"You can save money by taking the generic version of Gatifloxacin, which is called Zymaxid. Unless there's a specific reason you need the brand-name drug, the generic is a better value."
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What is Zymaxid eye drops used for?
"This medication is used for treating eye infections that are caused by bacteria. It is important to only use this medication for bacterial infections and not for other types of infections. Using this medication when it is not needed or misusing it can lead to the antibiotic not working as effectively."
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