Gerfex Kid 125 Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Cefalexin (125 mg)

Gerfex Kid 125 Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 12
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 12
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  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Cefalexin (125 mg)
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Gerfex Information

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

The correct dosage of Gerfex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Gerfex include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. While these are the most often observed Gerfex side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Gerfex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Gerfex has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Gerfex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gerfex related warnings section.

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

Besides this, Gerfex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gerfex is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Gerfex Benefits & Uses

Gerfex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Gerfex 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 Side Effects

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

Severe

  • Diarrhoea

Moderate

  • Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Common

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Allergic reaction
  • Rash
  • पेट दर्द

Gerfex Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gerfex safe for pregnant women?


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

    Safe
  • Is the use of Gerfex safe during breastfeeding?


    Gerfex does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Gerfex on the Kidneys?


    Gerfex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Gerfex on the Liver?


    Gerfex does not damage the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Gerfex on the Heart?


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Gerfex with Other Drugs

Gerfex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Gerfex Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Gerfex

  • Is this Gerfex habit forming or addictive?


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

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


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

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Gerfex should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    Gerfex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Gerfex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gerfex


    It is safe to take Gerfex with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gerfex


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Gerfex

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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

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