Gerciclox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Injection. Other than this, Gerciclox has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gerciclox. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Gerciclox also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gerciclox as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gerciclox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gerciclox is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Gerciclox related warnings talks about Gerciclox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Gerciclox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Asthma, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions.
Drug reaction of Gerciclox with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Gerciclox is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Gerciclox 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 Gerciclox safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Gerciclox on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Gerciclox safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Gerciclox on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Gerciclox will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Gerciclox on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Gerciclox. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Gerciclox on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Gerciclox. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Gerciclox only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Gerciclox on the Heart?
Gerciclox has very mild side effects on the heart.
Gerciclox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gerciclox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gerciclox habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Gerciclox is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gerciclox as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Gerciclox only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Gerciclox in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Gerciclox
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Gerciclox together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gerciclox
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gerciclox with alcohol.
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