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Gerdrid L, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. The alternative uses of Gerdrid L have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gerdrid L. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Gerdrid L also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gerdrid L as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Gerdrid L are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gerdrid L is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Gerdrid L has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gerdrid L related warnings section.
Gerdrid L can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gerdrid L in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Some other conditions that can be affected by Gerdrid L are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Gerdrid L have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Gerdrid L, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Gerdrid L is used to treat the following -
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
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Is the use of Gerdrid L safe for pregnant women?
Gerdrid L may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gerdrid L, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gerdrid L safe during breastfeeding?
Gerdrid L can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Gerdrid L on the Kidneys?
Gerdrid L has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gerdrid L on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Gerdrid L on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Gerdrid L on the Heart?
Gerdrid L is rarely harmful for the heart.
Gerdrid L should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gerdrid L unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gerdrid L habit forming or addictive?
Gerdrid L does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gerdrid L, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Gerdrid L can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Gerdrid L should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gerdrid L for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gerdrid L
Taking Gerdrid L with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gerdrid L
Information about the interaction of Gerdrid L and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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