Gercip

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Gercip Information

Gercip is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bacterial Infections. Gercip also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Gercip 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gercip as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gercip 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gercip is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Gercip related warnings talks about Gercip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Gercip is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Arrhythmia, Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gercip are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Gercip with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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



Gercip Benefits & Uses

Gercip is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Gercip 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: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gercip Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gercip safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Gercip safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gercip. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Gercip on the Kidneys?


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

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


    Side effects of Gercip rarely affect the liver.

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


    Gercip has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Gercip with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Gercip Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Gercip

  • Is this Gercip habit forming or addictive?


    Yes, you can get addicted to Gercip. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

    Yes
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gercip as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Gercip is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    Gercip is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Gercip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gercip


    Using Gercip with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.

    Severe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gercip


    Taking alcohol with Gercip can be dangerous.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Gercip

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Gercip with ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Gercip with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.

Question about 5 years ago

What does Gercip treat?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Gercip used to treat several bacterial infections, like urinary tract infection (UTI), pneumonia, bone, and joint infection, endocarditis, gastroenteritis, otitis externa, prostatitis, anthrax, and bacterial infection of the eye. It is not effective for treating any viral infections such as cold, and flu.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Gercip with warfarin?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Gercip should not be taken together. Harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Please let your doctor know that you are on warfarin if he/she has prescribed Gercip to you.

Question almost 5 years ago

How does Gercip effects tendon?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Gercip can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some patient. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Gercip?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Gercip should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.



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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; Cipro® (ciprofloxacin hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 710-713

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

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