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About Gembax Tablet 5's

Gembax Tablet 5's belongs to a class of drugs known as antibiotics, primarily used to treat or prevent certain infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat nose, throat, urinary tract infections, lungs (pneumonia), skin, and soft tissues. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.

Gembax Tablet 5's contains an antibiotic medicine, Gemifloxacin, a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It works by killing bacteria (bactericidal) that cause infections and prevents the division of bacterial cells. It also inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells. Altogether, it kills bacteria and treats the infection.

Take Gembax Tablet 5's as prescribed by your doctor. Depending upon your medical condition, you are advised to take Gembax Tablet 5's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Sometimes, you may experience a rash, vomiting, headache, dizziness, stomach pain, nausea, diarrhoea, and abnormal liver function tests. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. You should immediately contact a doctor if you experience any allergic reaction symptoms such as rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc. 

Do not take Gembax Tablet 5's if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to Gembax Tablet 5's. Taking Gembax Tablet 5's may increase the chances of developing tendinitis or have a tendon rupture. Taking Gembax Tablet 5's may worsen muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness disorder) and cause severe difficulty breathing or death. Dairy products should be avoided along with Gembax Tablet 5's. And also, exposure to sunlight should be avoided while taking Gembax Tablet 5's as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity.

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Uses of Gembax Tablet 5's

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Gembax Tablet 5's belongs to a class of drugs known as antibiotics, containing Gemifloxacin, primarily used to treat or prevent certain infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat nose, throat, urinary tract infections, lungs (pneumonia), skin, and soft tissues. It works by killing bacteria (bactericidal) that cause infections and prevents the division of bacterial cells. It also inhibits the repairing of bacterial cells. Altogether, it kills bacteria and treats the infection.

Side Effects of Gembax Tablet 5's

  • Rash
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Abnormal liver function tests 

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Gembax Tablet 5's if you are allergic or have had a severe reaction to Gembax Tablet 5's. Taking Gembax Tablet 5's may increase the chances of developing tendinitis (swelling of a fibrous tissue that connects a bone to a muscle) or having a tendon rupture (tearing of a fibrous tissue that connects a bone to a muscle). Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had a kidney or liver disease, heart, or lung transplant, rheumatoid arthritis, seizures (fits), epilepsy or if you participate in regular physical activity. Gembax Tablet 5's should only be used if a safer antibiotic does not cure the infection. Taking Gembax Tablet 5's may worsen muscle weakness in people with myasthenia gravis (a nervous system disorder that causes muscle weakness) and cause severe difficulty breathing or death. Dairy products should be avoided along with Gembax Tablet 5's. And also, exposure to sunlight should be avoided while taking Gembax Tablet 5's as it may cause increased phototoxicity or photosensitivity. Patients with epilepsy and irregular heartbeat (especially a condition known as QT prolongation) should tell their doctor before taking Gembax Tablet 5's.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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GemifloxacinZiprasidone
Critical
GemifloxacinBempedoic acid
Severe

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GemifloxacinZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Gembax Tablet 5's:
Coadministration of Gembax Tablet 5's with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ziprasidone with Gembax Tablet 5's is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GemifloxacinBempedoic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gembax Tablet 5's:
Co-administration of Bempedoic acid and Gembax Tablet 5's can increase the risk of tissue injury near muscles and joints.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Bempedoic acid can be taken with Gembax Tablet 5's if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience pain, swelling, or inflammation of joints consult a doctor. Exercise and using the impacted area should both be avoided. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
GemifloxacinInsulin aspart
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gembax Tablet 5's:
Taking insulin aspart with Gembax Tablet 5's affects blood glucose levels. Both hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and, less frequently, hypoglycemia have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between insulin aspart and Gembax Tablet 5's but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of hypoglycemia, which include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, shaking, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat, or symptoms of hyperglycemia which may include increased thirst, increased hunger, and increased urination. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
GemifloxacinPrednisolone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gembax Tablet 5's:
Co-administration of Gembax Tablet 5's may cause tendinitis (inflammation of a tissue that attaches muscle to bone) and tendon rupture, and the risk may be increased when combined with Prednisolone.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Prednisolone can be taken with Gembax Tablet 5's if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience pain, inflammation, or swelling of a tendon area such as the back of the ankle, biceps, shoulder, hand, or thumb, stop taking Gembax Tablet 5's and consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
GemifloxacinCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gembax Tablet 5's:
Taking Gembax Tablet 5's with ceritinib can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ceritinib with Gembax Tablet 5's together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
GemifloxacinFerrous fumarate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gembax Tablet 5's:
Taking ferrous fumarate with Gembax Tablet 5's may significantly decreases the levels and effects of Gembax Tablet 5's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ferrous Fumarate and Gembax Tablet 5's together can cause an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. It is recommended to take Gembax Tablet 5's 4 hours before or 6 hours after the consumption of ferrous fumarate. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
GemifloxacinDeflazacort
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gembax Tablet 5's:
Gembax Tablet 5's can cause tendinitis (inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone) and tendon rupture (injury to the soft tissue that connect muscle to bone), and the risk may be increased when combined with other drugs such as deflazacort.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Gembax Tablet 5's can be taken with deflazacort if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience pain, swelling at the back of the ankle, biceps, shoulder, hand, or thumb, consult a doctor immediately. Avoid exercise or use of the affected area until further instruction from your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
GemifloxacinEscitalopram
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gembax Tablet 5's:
Combining Gembax Tablet 5's with Escitalopram can increase the risk of QTc prolongation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Escitalopram with Gembax Tablet 5's together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience any of these symptoms - dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, palpitations, abnormal heart rhythm, shortness of breath, or severe diarrhea or vomiting - contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
GemifloxacinInsulin glulisine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gembax Tablet 5's:
Taking insulin glulisine with Gembax Tablet 5's affects blood glucose levels, which may cause hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) less frequently.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Gembax Tablet 5's and Insulin glulisine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, shaking, nausea, loss of hunger, weakness, sweating, palpitations, and rapid heartbeat. Symptoms of hyperglycemia may include increased thirst, increased hunger, and increased urination. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
GemifloxacinInsulin degludec
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gembax Tablet 5's:
Taking insulin degludec with Gembax Tablet 5's affects blood glucose levels, which may cause hyperglycaemia (high blood glucose) and hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose) less frequently.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between insulin degludec and Gembax Tablet 5's but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience hypoglycaemia or hyperglycaemia. Symptoms of hypoglycaemia include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, confusion, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, sweating, palpitation, and rapid heartbeat. Symptoms of hyperglycaemia may include increased thirst, increased hunger, and increased urination. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • INSULIN
  • CHLORPROPAMIDE
  • GLIMEPIRIDE
  • GLIPIZIDE
  • GLYBURIDE
  • TOLAZAMIDE
  • TOLBUTAMIDE
  • WARFARIN
  • ASPIRIN
  • IBUPROFEN
  • NAPROXEN
  • DICLOFENAC
  • CELECOXIB
  • PREDNISONE
  • METHYLPREDNISOLONE
  • COUMADIN
  • JANTOVEN

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Do not drink or eat a lot of caffeine-containing products such as coffee, tea, energy drinks, cola, or chocolate. Gembax Tablet 5's may increase nervousness, sleeplessness and anxiety caused by caffeine.
  • Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Gembax Tablet 5's to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria. 
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fibre-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after antibiotics. Whole grains like whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet. Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids daily while taking Gembax Tablet 5's.
  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Gembax Tablet 5's as they can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Gembax Tablet 5's in fighting off infections.

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Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor your liver enzymes while taking Gembax Tablet 5's.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial Infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our bodies. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fevers, chills, and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising, commonly spherical, rod and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. A few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and E. coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make you more prone to bacterial infection.

Gembax Tablet 5's Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • G-Cin Tablet 5's

    37.54per tablet
  • Gemone Tablet 5's

    23.67per tablet
  • ZEMI 320MG TABLET

    94.29per tablet
  • Gemif Tablet 5's

    12.42per tablet
  • Topgem 320 mg Tablet 5's

    18.00per tablet
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