Gercillin

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Gercillin Information

Gercillin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Injection, Syrup. Pneumonia, Meningitis, Stomach Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Gercillin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Gercillin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Gercillin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gercillin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Gercillin has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Gercillin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gercillin related warnings section.

Gercillin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gercillin contraindications section.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gercillin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Gercillin Benefits & Uses

Gercillin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Gercillin 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: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gercillin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gercillin safe for pregnant women?


    No research has not been done till date on the safety of Gercillin for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Gercillin safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Gercillin on breastfeeding women are very mild.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Gercillin on the Kidneys?


    There may be some severe side effects of Gercillin on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Gercillin on the Liver?


    Side effects of Gercillin rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Gercillin on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Gercillin on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Gercillin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Gercillin Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Gercillin

  • Is this Gercillin habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Gercillin.

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


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Gercillin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Gercillin only as per medical advice.

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


    No, Gercillin is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Gercillin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gercillin


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Gercillin, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gercillin


    Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Gercillin at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

    Mild


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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; Ampicillin

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 722-723

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 158-160



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