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Gertac 300 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn. Other than this, Gertac 300 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Gertac 300 Tablet 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gertac 300 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gertac 300 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Gertac 300 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Gertac 300 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gertac 300 Tablet related warnings section.
The section on Gertac 300 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Gertac 300 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gertac 300 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gertac 300 Tablet 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gertac 300 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Gertac 300 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Gertac is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Gertac 300 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Gertac is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gertac 300 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gertac on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gertac 300 Tablet on the Liver?
Gertac has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gertac 300 Tablet on the Heart?
Gertac is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gertac 300 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gertac 300 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Gertac 300 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gertac 300 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Gertac 300 Tablet is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gertac 300 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gertac 300 Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Gertac 300 Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gertac 300 Tablet
Consuming Gertac 300 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Gertac is useful for preventing painkiller (NSAID) induced gastric ulcer. Taking painkillers for a long time may cause stomach pain, weight loss, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting. Please consult your doctor.
Yes, Gertac is an antihistaminic drug. It works by blocking the histamine receptor further which blocks the action of histamine and hence decreases the acid production in the stomach.
Yes, you can take Gertac with steroids when prescribed by your doctor. No harmful medicinal interactions are reported between these two medications. However, if you feel any discomfort while taking the two of them together please inform your doctor immediately.
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.
Gertac is not directly used for treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is given if acid secretion increases due to IBS. IBS is managed by a combination of drug therapy like antispasmodic ( to relieve stomach pain), laxatives ( to relieve constipation), and antimotility drugs ( to relieve diarrhea).
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