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ZYMAR®
(gatifloxacin ophthalmic solution) 0.3%
sterile

DRUG DESCRIPTION

ZYMAR® (gatifloxacin ophthalmic solution) 0.3% is a sterile ophthalmic solution. It is an 8-methoxy fluoroquinolone anti-infective for topical ophthalmic use.

Structure and Empirical Formula:

ZYMAR® (gatifloxacin ophthalmic solution) structural formula illustration

C19H22FN3O4 • 1.5 H2O                       Mol Wt 402.42

Chemical Name: (±)-1-cyclopropyl-6-fluoro-1, 4-dihydro-8-methoxy-7-(3-methyl-1-piperazinyl)-4-oxo-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid sesquihydrate

Contains:

Active: gatifloxacin 0.3% (3 mg/mL).

Preservative: benzalkonium chloride 0.005%.

Inactives: edetate disodium; purified water and sodium chloride. May contain hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide to adjust pH to approximately 6.

ZYMAR® is a sterile, clear, pale yellow colored isotonic unbuffered solution. It has an osmolality of 260-330 mOsm/kg.

Brand Name: Zymar
Generic Name: Gatifloxacin Ophthalmic Solution

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