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Geryl is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Geryl have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Geryl is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Geryl as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Geryl are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Geryl is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Geryl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Geryl related warnings section.
Geryl is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Geryl contraindications section.
Additionally, Geryl may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Geryl is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Geryl 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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Is the use of Geryl safe for pregnant women?
Geryl can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Geryl right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Geryl safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Geryl. If you see any side effects, stop taking Geryl immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Geryl again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Geryl on the Kidneys?
Geryl has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Geryl on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Geryl on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Geryl on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Geryl on the heart have been reported.
Geryl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Geryl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Geryl habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Geryl is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Geryl can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Geryl only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Geryl is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Geryl
Taking Geryl with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Geryl
Taking Geryl with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
It is recommended to avoid taking Geryl with azithromycin because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if your doctor has prescribed it to you take it as per his/her advice. In case you are experiencing breathing difficulties, palpitations and pain in the chest please inform your doctor immediately.
Take Geryl if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Geryl 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 at the same time.
Geryl should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
No, Geryl does not contain penicillin. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolone. It used to treat several types of bacterial infection such as such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.
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