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Gitro Benefits & Uses

Gitro is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Gitro 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Cervicitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Male)	Disease: Urethritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gitro Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gitro is used -

Severe

Bronchospasm
Angioedema
Hearing Loss
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Anaphylactic reaction
Tachycardia

Moderate

Gastritis
Erythema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

पेट दर्द
Rash
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Dizziness

Gitro Related Warnings

Is the use of Gitro safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Gitro without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Gitro safe during breastfeeding?

Gitro is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Gitro on the Kidneys?

Gitro may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gitro on the Liver?

Gitro is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Gitro on the Heart?

Gitro is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Gitro with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Rizatriptan

Sumatriptan

Disopyramide

Sirolimus

Severe

Moderate

Arformoterol

Gitro Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Jaundice
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Gitro

Is this Gitro habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Gitro is addictive.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Gitro should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Gitro is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Gitro Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gitro

You can take Gitro with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gitro

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gitro with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gitro

Question about 5 years ago

Can Gitro treat a urinary tract infection?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Gitro does not treat urinary tract infection. Please consult your doctor for the right antibiotics for treating UTI infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Gitro with proton pump inhibitor (pantoprazole, esomeprazole, and omeprazole)?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gitro can be taken with a proton pump inhibitor. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted effects after taking medicine, inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Gitro treat pneumonia?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Gitro 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, Gitro is prescribed for treating pneumonia. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for pneumonia.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Gitro for sore throat?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Gitro for a sore throat, if it is caused by bacteria. It's very difficult to distinguish between a sore throat caused due to a viral or bacterial infection. Hence take it only when a doctor has prescribed it to you.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Gitro safe?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, Gitro is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain. If you feel above mention side effects after taking medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.