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Gemvert is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Motion Sickness, Motion Sickness, Vertigo are some of its major therapeutic uses. Gemvert also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Gemvert depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Gemvert include Drowsiness, Nausea or vomiting, Weight gain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gemvert can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Gemvert are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Gemvert has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gemvert's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gemvert contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Gemvert have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gemvert is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Gemvert 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 Gemvert safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Gemvert safely.
Is the use of Gemvert safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Gemvert. If you see any side effects, stop taking Gemvert immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Gemvert again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gemvert on the Kidneys?
Gemvert rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gemvert on the Liver?
Side effects of Gemvert rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Gemvert on the Heart?
Gemvert has very mild side effects on the heart.
Gemvert should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gemvert unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gemvert habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Gemvert.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gemvert you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Gemvert is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Gemvert in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Gemvert
Taking Gemvert with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gemvert
Taking alcohol with Gemvert can be dangerous.
Yes, Gemvert effectively cure vertigo associated with motion sickness. However, it is best to consult your doctor for the right dose, frequency, and duration for the treatment of vertigo.
Yes, Gemvert causes drowsiness. It is a common side effect of this medicine. You are recommended to not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking this medicine as it causes drowsiness.
Yes, Gemvert can lower the blood pressure because it has calcium channel blocking properties and muscarinic effects which lowers the blood pressure. Precaution must be taken in hypotensive (low blood pressure) patient while taking medicine. During the treatment with Gemvert, blood pressure must monitored.
No, Gemvert should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing of this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Gemvert contains cinnarizine. It exerts its anti-emetic effect by binding to and blocking the muscarinic and histamine receptors in the vomiting center of the central nervous system (CNS). This blocks the activation of the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) which prevents as well as reduces nausea and vomiting. It also has calcium channel blocking properties.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 663-664
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 663