Gertac Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn. Gertac Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Gertac Injection 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Gertac Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gertac Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gertac Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Gertac Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gertac Injection related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Gertac Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Gertac Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Gertac Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Gertac Injection 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 |
| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gertac Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Gertac Injection safe for pregnant women?
Gertac is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Gertac Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Gertac is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gertac Injection on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gertac on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gertac Injection on the Liver?
Gertac has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gertac Injection on the Heart?
Gertac is completely safe for the heart.
Gertac Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gertac Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gertac Injection habit forming or addictive?
Gertac Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gertac Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Gertac Injection is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gertac Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gertac Injection
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Gertac Injection together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gertac Injection
Consuming Gertac Injection 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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