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Gemycine is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Gemycine have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Gemycine is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Gemycine are Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gemycine as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gemycine are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Gemycine's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gemycine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Gemycine contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Gemycine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gemycine is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gemycine 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Adult(Male) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gemycine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gemycine safe for pregnant women?
Gemycine is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Gemycine safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Gemycine.
What is the effect of Gemycine on the Kidneys?
Gemycine rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gemycine on the Liver?
Side effects of Gemycine rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Gemycine on the Heart?
Gemycine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Gemycine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gemycine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gemycine habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Gemycine.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gemycine does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gemycine only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gemycine is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gemycine
Taking Gemycine with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gemycine
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gemycine with alcohol will be.
Yes, Gemycine 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.
Discontinuing Gemycine on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and may cause a relapse of the infection. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discounting this drug.
If you are allergic to Gemycine then do not take it. If you have already taken it and you are experiencing allergic reactions do not delay inform your doctor immediately.
Gemycine is a macrolide antibiotic, it works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is necessary for bacteria to perform vital activities Thus, it stops the growth of bacteria in our body and prevents the infections. Its effects may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal depending on the drug concentration.
Gemycine is a brand name for azithromycin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat a bacterial infection such as throat infection, respiratory tract infections, ear infections, and certain sexually transmitted diseases. It is also sometimes coupled with other antibiotics and medications to effectively treat infections such as Mycobacterium avium complex infection.
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