Gamamed

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  • Contains / Salt: Gamma Benzene Hexachloride (Lindane) (1 % w/v)
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Gamamed Information

Gamamed is a prescription drug, available for use as Lotion,Soap. Scabies, Head Lice are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The right dosage of Gamamed depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Gamamed side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gamamed are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Gamamed's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Gamamed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gamamed related warnings section.

Gamamed is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Epilepsy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Gamamed have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Gamamed have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gamamed is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Gamamed Benefits & Uses

Gamamed is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Gamamed 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: Scabies
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area.
  • Dosage Form: Lotion
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: Not recommended for below weight 50 kg patients, apply thin layer over all skin from the neck down, wash off in 8 to 12 hours
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Scabies
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area.
  • Dosage Form: Lotion
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: Not recommended for below weight 50 kg patients, apply thin layer over all skin from the neck down, wash off in 8 to 12 hours


Gamamed Side Effects

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

Mild

Gamamed Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gamamed safe for pregnant women?


    Gamamed has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Gamamed without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Gamamed safe during breastfeeding?


    Gamamed can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

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


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

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


    Gamamed may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Gamamed on the Heart?


    Gamamed is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Gamamed with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Gamamed Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Gamamed

  • Is this Gamamed habit forming or addictive?


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

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


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

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Gamamed only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Gamamed is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Gamamed Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gamamed


    There is no information on the effects of taking Gamamed with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gamamed


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gamamed.

    Unknown


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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; Lindane (LIHN-dane) Lotion

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lindane Shampoo

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 903

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 777-778

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