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Gerimac, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. Other than this, Gerimac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Gerimac depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
The most common side effects of Gerimac are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gerimac can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Gerimac normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Gerimac has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Gerimac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gerimac related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Gerimac have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Gerimac may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Gerimac is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Gerimac 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Adult(Male) |
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Is the use of Gerimac safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Gerimac in pregnant women.
Is the use of Gerimac safe during breastfeeding?
Gerimac is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gerimac on the Kidneys?
Gerimac may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gerimac on the Liver?
Gerimac has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gerimac on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Gerimac on the heart have been reported.
Gerimac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gerimac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gerimac habit forming or addictive?
Gerimac is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gerimac will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Gerimac should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gerimac cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gerimac
Taking Gerimac with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gerimac
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gerimac with alcohol will be.
Gerimac is a brand name for azithromycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat a bacterial infection such as throat infection, respiratory tract infections, ear infections, and certain sexually transmitted diseases. It is also sometimes coupled with other antibiotics and medications to effectively treat infections such as Mycobacterium avium complex infection.
Yes, Gerimac may cause diarrhea. Diarrhea is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience diarrhea after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
If you are allergic to Gerimac then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
Gerimac is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can lead to harmful side effects when taken without doctors advice.
Yes, Gerimac can be prescribed for pneumonia. It is a medical condition which affects the lungs, characterized by inflammation of alveoli or other related structure which are responsible for respiration. Usually, Gerimac is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zithromax (azithromycin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 754