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

Gerciptz Benefits & Uses

Gerciptz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Amebiasis
Bacterial Infections
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Gerciptz 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Appendicitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: ciprofloxacin (250 mg), tinidazole (300 mg), ciprofloxacin (500 mg), tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Appendicitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: ciprofloxacin (250 mg), tinidazole (300 mg), ciprofloxacin (500 mg), tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Appendicitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: ciprofloxacin (250 mg), tinidazole (300 mg), ciprofloxacin (500 mg), tinidazole (600 mg)/Tablet

Gerciptz Related Warnings

Is the use of Gerciptz safe for pregnant women?

Gerciptz can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gerciptz, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Gerciptz safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Gerciptz. If you see any side effects, stop taking Gerciptz immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Gerciptz again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gerciptz on the Kidneys?

Gerciptz rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gerciptz on the Liver?

Gerciptz may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Gerciptz on the Heart?

Side effects of Gerciptz rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Gerciptz with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketoconazole

Warfarin

Rifampicin

Clinidipine

Cimetidine

Moderate

Phenytoin

Gerciptz Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Alcoholism
Hepatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Gerciptz

Is this Gerciptz habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Gerciptz.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Gerciptz. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Gerciptz only as per medical advice.

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

No, Gerciptz is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Gerciptz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gerciptz

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Gerciptz and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Gerciptz

Taking alcohol with Gerciptz can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Gerciptz

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Gerciptz with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gerciptz can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines together.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Gerciptz for UTI infection?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Gerciptz for UTI infection. It is the first-line drug for treating UTI infection. It is active against the bacteria which causes UTI infection. However, you must follow all the instruction and direction written on the prescription and do not discontinue medication without consulting your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Gerciptz with ibuprofen?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Gerciptz 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

How does Gerciptz work?

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

Gerciptz is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division for this it stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which is other drugs to resistant.

Question about 5 years ago

What are the foods to be avoided when taking Gerciptz?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Do not take Gerciptz along with dairy products such as milk or yogurt or calcium-containing foods. Dairy products may affect the absorption of the medicine directly affecting the efficacy of this drug. Hence, avoid taking Gerciptz with calcium-rich foods.