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Gertac Benefits & Uses

Gertac is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Other Benefits

Gertac 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: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gertac Related Warnings

Is the use of Gertac safe for pregnant women?

Gertac is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Gertac safe during breastfeeding?

Gertac is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Gertac on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Gertac on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Gertac on the Liver?

Gertac has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Gertac on the Heart?

Gertac is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Gertac with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Gefitinib

Mild

Paracetamol

Gertac Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Gertac

Is this Gertac habit forming or addictive?

Gertac is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Gertac is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Gertac for mental disorders.

No

Gertac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gertac

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Gertac together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Gertac

Consuming Gertac with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Gertac

Question over 5 years ago

Is Gertac an antacid?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, Gertac is not an antacid. It belongs to the group of medicine called H2- receptor blocker which blocks excess acid secretion in the stomach while antacid only neutralizes the stomach acid by coating the stomach.

Question over 5 years ago

Can taking Gertac cause pneumonia?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Taking [medicine] does not directly cause pneumonia. However, in some cases [medicine] may increase the chances of bacteria to grow inside the gut causing bacterial infections such as pneumonia. The bacterial growth in the gut can be caused due to decreased acid secretion in the stomach which allow growth of bacteria in the gut which can move into the lungs through breathing. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing fever, breathing difficulties and nonstop coughing for more than 2 weeks.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Gertac with omeprazole?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gertac can be taken with omeprazole when prescribed by a doctor. Both the medicines work towards reducing stomach acid production. The doctor usually prescribes the two of them together when the symptoms of acidity get severe. However, do not take them together by yourself without consulting a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Gertac?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Gertac can be taken with or without food to prevent heartburn and acid indigestion. Take it 30 - 60 minute before meal or drinking beverages that cause indigestion. Do not take more than 2 tablets in a day unless recommended by the doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Gertac increase uric acid levels and cause gout-like symptoms?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gertac is found to increase the uric acid level in blood and cause the gout-like symptom such as pain in the joint, redness, and inflammation of joint. Regular uric acid level monitoring is needed if you are taking this medicine for the longest time.