Gerzone Information

Gerzone is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. The alternative uses of Gerzone have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Gerzone is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Gerzone include Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Some other side effects of Gerzone have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Gerzone are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Gerzone has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Gerzone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gerzone related warnings section.

Gerzone is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Gerzone contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Gerzone with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gerzone is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Gerzone Benefits & Uses

Gerzone is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Gerzone 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: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (1000mg) + Sulbactam (500mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Generally dose are given in 1:1 ratio
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used

Gerzone Related Warnings

Is the use of Gerzone safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Gerzone safely.

Safe
Is the use of Gerzone safe during breastfeeding?

Gerzone does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Gerzone on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Gerzone. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gerzone on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Gerzone on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Gerzone will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Gerzone on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Gerzone on heart. So it is not known whether taking Gerzone will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Gerzone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Furosemide

Gentamicin

Warfarin

Unknown

Probenecid

Gerzone Contraindications

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

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Gerzone

Is this Gerzone habit forming or addictive?

Gerzone is not addictive in nature.

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

Gerzone does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Gerzone should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Gerzone cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Gerzone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gerzone

Taking Gerzone with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gerzone

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Gerzone as it can have severe side effects.

Severe