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Gemita is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Gemita have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Gemita depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Gemita also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss, Loss of appetite. While these are the most often observed Gemita side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gemita normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gemita is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Gemita's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gemita related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy must refrain from the use of Gemita since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Gemita with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gemita is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Gemita is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Gemita safe for pregnant women?
Gemita should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Gemita safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Gemita. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Gemita on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Gemita on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Gemita on the Liver?
Side effects of Gemita on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Gemita on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Gemita on the heart, information on safety of Gemita for the heart is unavailable.
Gemita should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gemita unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gemita habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gemita has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gemita does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Gemita should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gemita is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gemita
You can take Gemita with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gemita
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gemita with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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