Gem: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gem Information

Gem is a prescription medicine that is available as a Soap. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pneumonia. Gem also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Gem 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.

Some other side effects of Gem have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Gem 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, Gem's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Gem is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions.

Drug reaction of Gem with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gem is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Gem Benefits & Uses
Gem Dosage & How to Take
Gem Side Effects
Gem Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Gem with Other Drugs
Gem Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gem
Gem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gem Benefits & Uses

Gem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pneumonia

Other Benefits

Gem 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

Gem Related Warnings

Is the use of Gem safe for pregnant women?

Gem has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Gem without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Gem safe during breastfeeding?

Gem does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Gem on the Kidneys?

Gem rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gem on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Gem on the Heart?

Using Gem does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Gem with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tacrolimus

Bacitracin

Capreomycin

Furosemide

Moderate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Gem Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Gem

Is this Gem habit forming or addictive?

Gem is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gem should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Gem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Gem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gem

Taking Gem with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gem

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gem.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gem

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Gem cause nephrotoxicity?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Gem can cause nephrotoxicity. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe nephrotoxicity after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Gem?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Gem is a brand name of gentamicin and it is available in the form of Injection, eye drop, cream. It belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of eye, skin, and body.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Gem contain steroids?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Gem does not contains steroids. It contains gentamicin (an antibiotic) which is used to treat bacterial infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Gem without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Gem is a prescription drug, hence patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Gem work?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Gem contains gentamicin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic effective against many gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. Hence in this way, Gem kills the bacteria and treats the infection.