Zymar

Zymar has not been studied in infants less than 1 year old.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Zymar

There is no information on interactions with Zymar. When taken internally, however, gatifloxacin is known to interact with the following:

Caffeine
Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)
Theophylline (Theo-Dur)
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Zymar has not been adequately studied in pregnant women. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, alert your doctor immediately.

Researchers do not know whether Zymar can be passed to a breastfeeding infant. However, animal studies indicate that it could appear in breast milk. If you plan to breastfeed, discuss your medication options with your doctor.

Recommended dosage

For days 1 and 2, insert one drop in each affected eye every 2 hours, up to a maximum of eight times a day. For days 3 through 7, insert one drop up to a maximum of four times a day. Zymar should be used during your normal waking hours. You do not have to wake up from sleeping to take the medication.

Overdosage

There is no information on Zymar overdose. However, any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.