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Gerfex 250 Capsule Information

Gerfex 250 Capsule is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Gerfex 250 Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gerfex 250 Capsule. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Gerfex 250 Capsule include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gerfex 250 Capsule as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Gerfex 250 Capsule normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Gerfex 250 Capsule has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gerfex 250 Capsule related warnings talks about Gerfex 250 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gerfex 250 Capsule contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Gerfex 250 Capsule with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Gerfex 250 Capsule, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Gerfex Benefits & Uses
Gerfex Dosage & How to Take
Gerfex Side Effects
Gerfex Related Warnings
Gerfex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gerfex
Gerfex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gerfex 250 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Gerfex 250 Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Ear Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Prostatitis
Osteomyelitis
Kidney Infection
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Pneumonia

Gerfex 250 Capsule 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gerfex 250 Capsule Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gerfex 250 Capsule is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Urticaria
Maculopapular rash
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Fatigue
Headache

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Allergic reaction
Rash
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Gerfex 250 Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Gerfex 250 Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Gerfex without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Gerfex 250 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Gerfex does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Gerfex 250 Capsule on the Kidneys?

Gerfex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gerfex 250 Capsule on the Liver?

Gerfex does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Gerfex 250 Capsule on the Heart?

You can take Gerfex without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Gerfex 250 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gerfex 250 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Gerfex 250 Capsule

Is this Gerfex 250 Capsule habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Gerfex 250 Capsule is addictive.

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

Gerfex 250 Capsule will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Gerfex 250 Capsule should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Gerfex 250 Capsule is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Gerfex 250 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gerfex 250 Capsule

It is safe to take Gerfex 250 Capsule with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gerfex 250 Capsule

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gerfex 250 Capsule with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Gerfex 250 Capsule

Question about 5 years ago

Does Gerfex treat strep throat?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gerfex can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes. Since Gerfex is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised not to take Gerfex by yourself.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Gerfex with prednisone?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gerfex can be taken with prednisone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Gerfex along with prednisone.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Gerfex work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Gerfex contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Gerfex is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Gerfex cover enterococcus?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

No, Gerfex does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Gerfex. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Enterococcus faecalis.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Gerfex treat pneumonia?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gerfex can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.