Gemistar

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Gemistar Information

Gemistar is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gemistar have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Gemistar 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Gemistar include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness. Some other side effects of Gemistar have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Gemistar go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Gemistar's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gemistar related warnings talks about Gemistar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Myasthenia Gravis (MG), Heart Disease, Tendon Injury (Tendinopathy) must refrain from the use of Gemistar since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Gemistar have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Gemistar have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Gemistar is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Gemistar Benefits & Uses

Gemistar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Gemistar Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Bronchitis
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 320 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bronchitis
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 320 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gemistar Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gemistar safe for pregnant women?


    Gemistar can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Gemistar right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Gemistar safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Gemistar may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Gemistar should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Gemistar on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Gemistar on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Gemistar on the Liver?


    Using Gemistar does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Gemistar on the Heart?


    Gemistar may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Gemistar with Other Drugs

Gemistar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Gemistar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gemistar unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Gemistar

  • Is this Gemistar habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Gemistar has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Gemistar, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Gemistar can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Gemistar should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Gemistar in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Gemistar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gemistar


    When consumed with certain foods, Gemistar may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gemistar


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gemistar with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Factive® (gemifloxacin mesylate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 714

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 579-584



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