Gemfate Information
Gemfate is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Gemfate depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Gemfate Benefits & Uses
Gemfate is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Gemfate 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 |
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Gemfate Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gemfate is used -
Moderate
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Mild
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Urticaria
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट की गैस
- Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
- Drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
- Vertigo
Common
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Rash
Unknown
- Loss of appetite
Gemfate Related Warnings
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Is the use of Gemfate safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Gemfate on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
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Is the use of Gemfate safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Gemfate in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
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What is the effect of Gemfate on the Kidneys?
Gemfate is completely safe for kidneys.
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What is the effect of Gemfate on the Liver?
Gemfate is not harmful for the liver.
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What is the effect of Gemfate on the Heart?
Gemfate is completely safe for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Gemfate with Other Drugs
Gemfate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Gemfate Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gemfate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Diabetes
- Kidney Disease
- Hypophosphatasia
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Gemfate
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Is this Gemfate habit forming or addictive?
Gemfate does not cause addiction.
Gemfate Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Gemfate
Taking Gemfate with food is safe.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Gemfate
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gemfate with alcohol will be.
Frequently asked Questions about Gemfate
Question about 7 years ago
How to take Gemfate?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
Take Gemfate 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Gemfate should be taken empty stomach,1 hour before a meal or 2 hours after the meal so that it can form a protective coating in the gastrointestinal lining. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper kidney function.
Question about 6 years ago
Can I take Gemfate and Pantoprazole together?
Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other
Yes, you can take Gemfate and pantoprazole together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, you are advised to take pantoprazole 30 minutes before taking Gemfate.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Gemfate treat GERD?
Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Gemfate might be helpful in treating GERD. It helps in GERD by forming a protective layer on the wall of the gastrointestinal tract as well esophagus that protects the symptoms of GERD such as heartburn and acidity.
Question almost 7 years ago
Is it safe to take Gemfate?
Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Gemfate is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dry mouth, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Question about 7 years ago
Can I use Gemfate without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician
No, Gemfate is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
See all substitutes for Gemfate
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carafate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 656-657
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1154-1155
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carafate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 656-657
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1154-1155
