It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Gemibid before taking it.
What is Gemibid
Treating infections caused by certain bacteria. Gemibid is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.
Important safety information:
Gemibid may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or light-headedness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Gemibid with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Gemibid only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold).
Be sure to use Gemibid for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.
Long-term or repeated use of Gemibid may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.
Mild diarrhea is common with antibiotic use. However, a more serious form of diarrhea (pseudomembranous colitis) may rarely occur. This may develop while you take the antibiotic or within several months after you stop taking it. Contact your doctor right away if stomach pain or cramps, severe diarrhea, or bloody stools occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.
Nerve problems in the arms, hands, legs, or feet can happen in people taking Gemibid. These nerve problems can happen soon after Gemibid is started and may be permanent. Call your doctor right away if you have symptoms or nerve problems (eg, not able to handle heat or cold; decreased sensation of touch; unusual burning, numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness of the arms, hands, legs, or feet).
Tell your doctor right away if you experience pain or swelling of a tendon, or weakness or loss of use of a joint area. Rest the area and avoid exercise until your doctor gives you instructions.
Gemibid may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Gemibid. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
Some patients taking Gemibid have developed a rash. This may be more likely if you are younger than 40 years old, are a woman, are taking hormone replacement therapy, or take Gemibid for longer than 5 days. Contact your doctor if you develop a rash.
Diabetes patients - Gemibid may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Use Gemibid with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects (eg, tendon problems), especially if they take corticosteroids (eg, prednisone). They may also be more sensitive to other effects (eg, irregular heartbeat).
Gemibid should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 18 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed. They may also be more sensitive to the effects of Gemibid, including bone and joint problems.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of taking Gemibid while you are pregnant. It is not known if Gemibid is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you take Gemibid, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Gemibid side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; bloody or tarry stools; chest pain or pounding in the chest; decreased urination; excessive hunger, thirst, or urination; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, sore throat, or unusual cough; fruit-like breath odor; hallucinations; inability to move or bear weight on a joint or tendon area; joint pain; moderate or severe sunburn; mood or mental changes (eg, new or worsening anxiety, agitation, confusion, depression, nervousness, paranoia, restlessness); muscle pain or weakness; nightmares; pain, soreness, redness, swelling, weakness, or bruising of a tendon or joint area; pale stools; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe or persistent diarrhea; severe or persistent dizziness, headache, or light-headedness; shortness of breath or trouble breathing; sleeplessness; stomach pain or cramps; suicidal thoughts or actions; sweating; symptoms of liver problems (eg, dark urine, loss of appetite, pale stools, yellowing of the skin or eyes); tremors; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual swelling or weight gain; unusual weakness or tiredness; vaginal odor or discharge; vision changes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
Can Gemibid be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Gemibid?
Some medical conditions may interact with Gemibid. Tell your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of diabetes, severe or persistent diarrhea, skin sensitivity to the sun, heart problems (eg, abnormal heart function tests, congestive heart failure, a heart attack, slow or irregular heartbeat), heart blood vessel problems, or low blood potassium or magnesium levels
if you have a family history of irregular heartbeat (QT prolongation)
if you have a stomach infection, brain or nervous system problems, increased pressure in the brain, Alzheimer disease, or brain blood vessel problems
if you have a history of seizures or you are at risk of seizures
if you have a history of joint or tendon problems; rheumatoid arthritis; liver problems; kidney problems or decreased kidney function; or a heart, kidney, or lung transplant
if you take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or if you participate in strenuous physical work or exercise
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Gemibid. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Arsenic, astemizole, azole antifungals (eg, ketoconazole), cisapride, diuretics (eg, hydrochlorothiazide, furosemide), droperidol, haloperidol, ketolides (eg, telithromycin), macrolide antibiotics (eg, erythromycin), certain medicines for heart rhythm disturbances (eg, dofetilide, quinidine, procainamide, amiodarone, sotalol), phenothiazines (eg, thioridazine), pimozide, terfenadine, tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline), ziprasidone, or any other medicine that may increase the risk of a certain type of irregular heartbeat (prolonged QT interval) because side effects, such as racing heartbeat, dizziness, fainting, or life-threatening irregular heartbeat leading to unconsciousness, may be increased by Gemibid. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure if any of your medicines may increase the risk of this type of irregular heartbeat
Corticosteroids (eg, prednisone) because the risk of tendon problems may be increased
Oral anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because the risk of bleeding may be increased by Gemibid
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen) or probenecid because they may increase the risk of gemifloxacin's side effects
Sulfonylureas (eg, glyburide) because the risk of side effects, including low blood sugar, may be increased by Gemibid
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Gemibid may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Gemibid?
Use Gemibid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Gemibid comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Gemibid refilled.
Take Gemibid by mouth with or without food.
Swallow Gemibid whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
Take Gemibid with a full glass of water.
Gemibid works best if it is taken at the same time each day.
Drinking extra fluids while you are taking Gemibid is recommended. Check with your doctor for instructions.
Avoid taking Gemibid with dairy products (eg, milk, yogurt) or calcium-fortified juices by themselves. However, taking Gemibid as part of a full meal that contains these products is permitted.
If you are also taking aluminum or magnesium (eg, certain antacids), calcium, iron, zinc, multivitamins, or certain forms of didanosine (chewable/buffered tablets, pediatric powder for oral solution), do not take it within 3 hours before or 2 hours after you take Gemibid.
If you are also taking sucralfate, take Gemibid at least 2 hours before taking sucralfate.
To clear up your infection completely, take Gemibid for the full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days.
Do not miss any doses of Gemibid. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take more than 1 dose in the same day.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Gemibid.
Can Gemibid be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Gemibid be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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