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Gemex Cl, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Gemex Cl have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Gemex Cl is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Gemex Cl are Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain, Heartburn. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gemex Cl as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Gemex Cl are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Gemex Cl's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Gemex Cl related warnings talks about Gemex Cl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Gemex Cl is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions.
Drug interactions for Gemex Cl have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Gemex Cl is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Gemex Cl 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Gemex Cl safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Gemex CL will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Gemex Cl safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gemex CL. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Gemex Cl on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Gemex CL. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Gemex Cl on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Gemex CL. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Gemex Cl on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Gemex CL on heart. So it is not known whether taking Gemex CL will cause side effects on heart or not.
Gemex Cl 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 Gemex Cl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gemex Cl habit forming or addictive?
Gemex Cl does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Gemex Cl can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gemex Cl only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gemex Cl cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gemex Cl
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Gemex Cl together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gemex Cl
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gemex Cl.
Gemex CL is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Yes, Gemex CL can be taken with augmentin, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Gemex CL and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Yes Gemex CL is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
Yes, Gemex CL can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)
Product Description [Internet]: CEFDIS-CV TABLET. Bionova
Product Index [Internet]: OMNIX CV Tablets (Cefixime + Clavulanate potassium). Ciplamed