.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.ATC.J.J01MA16 .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.ATC.J.J01MA16| name: | Gatifloxacin |
| ATC code: | J01MA16 | route: | oral |
| n-compartments | 2 |
Gatifloxacin is a fourth-generation fluoroquinolone antibiotic formerly used to treat a variety of bacterial infections including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and conjunctivitis. It has been withdrawn from many markets (including the US and Europe) due to concerns of dysglycemia (blood sugar disturbances), but may still be used in some countries and as an ophthalmic preparation.
Pharmacokinetic profile in healthy adult volunteers following a single oral 400 mg dose.
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