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Gekare, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Tablet. Intestinal Worms are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Gekare has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Gekare depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
The most common side effects of Gekare are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gekare as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gekare go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gekare is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Gekare's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gekare is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gekare are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Gekare with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Gekare, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Gekare is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Gekare safe for pregnant women?
Gekare can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Gekare safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Gekare for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gekare on the Kidneys?
Gekare rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gekare on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Gekare on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Gekare on the Heart?
Gekare has very mild side effects on the heart.
Gekare should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gekare unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gekare habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Gekare. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Gekare since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Gekare is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gekare cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gekare
Taking Gekare with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gekare
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Gekare at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Gekare can be taken with an antibiotic. No harmful interaction have been reported. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medicine with an antibiotic.
Take Gekare as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Gekare is not an antibiotic, it is an anthelmintic used to treat infection caused by parasite-like roundworm, hookworm, pinworm, and threadworm.
Gekare is a brand name of albendazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called anthelmintics. It is used to treat infection caused by parasites such as roundworms, hookworms, pinworms, and threadworms. It is also used to treat
Gekare is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Albenza® (albendazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 850-851