Gemitab 320320mg
Tablet
The Ibn Sina Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
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| Alcohol | SAFE Consuming alcohol with Gemitab 320 does not cause any harmful side effects. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Gemitab 320 is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CAUTION Gemitab 320 should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug i... View More |
| Driving | UNSAFE Gemitab 320 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | CAUTION Gemitab 320 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gemitab 320 may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Gemitab 320 is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Gemitab 320 is recommended. |
Introduction
Gemitab 320 is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, ... View More
Uses of Gemitab 320
- Bacterial infections
Side effects of Gemitab 320
- Rash
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
How to use Gemitab 320
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gemitab 320 may be taken w... View More
How Gemitab 320 works
Gemitab 320 is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing a... View More
What if you forget to take Gemitab 320?
If you miss a dose of Gemitab 320, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to yo... View More
- Your doctor has prescribed Gemitab 320 to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Discontinue Gemitab 320 and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your sto... View More
- Notify your doctor if you feel pain in your tendons, numbness, or tingling sensations.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Indication
Chronic bronchitis, Community-acquired pneumonia
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Adult Dose
Oral Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis Adult: 320 mg once daily for 5 days. Community-acquired pneumonia Adult: Mild to moderate:... View More
Child Dose
Safety and efficacy not established
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: CrCl (ml/min) <40 (or patient on haemodialysis/CAPD) 160 mg once daily.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity. Patients receiving class IA or III antiarrhythmics.
Mode of Action
The bactericidal action of gemifloxacin results from inhibition of the enzymes topoisomerase II (DNA gyrase) and topoisomerase IV, which are required fo... View More
Precaution
Patient w/ known or suspected CNS disorders (e.g. seizure disorders) or other risk factors predisposing to seizures, myasthenia gravis, previous tendon ... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Diarrhea (5%),Headache (4%),Nausea (4%),Rash (4%),Transaminases increased (1-4%),Abdominal pain (2%),Dizziness (2%),Vomiting (2%),Neutropenia (1%... View More
Interaction
Additive effect on QT interval prolongation w/ class IA (e.g. quinidine) or class III (e.g. amiodarone) antiarrhythmics and other drugs that prolong QT ... View More
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