Gemifloxacin Medication Information
Get detailed information on Gemifloxacin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Gemifloxacin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Gemifloxacin Pronunciation : je-mi-FLOKS-a-sin Therapeutic Classification : AntibioticsTrade Names/Brand Names of Gemifloxacin
India :
Gemif (320mg) |
Gemibid (320mg) |
G-CIN (320mg) |
EG 1 (320mg) |
Biogem (200mg) |
Gemidac (320mg) |
Gametop (320mg) |
Gemez (320mg) |
Gex (320mg) |
Biogem (1 gm)
Overview of Gemifloxacin
• Gemifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic; it is used for the treatment of bacterial infections.Why is Gemifloxacin Prescribed? (Indications)
Gemifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It is used for the treatment of infections like pneumonia and bronchitis. Gemifloxacin kills the bacteria which can cause the infection.When should Gemifloxacin not be taken? (Contraindications)
• Gemifloxacin is contraindicated in patients allergic to the drug or to other quinolones.What is the dosage of Gemifloxacin?
• The recommended adult dose of gemifloxacin is 320mg tablet taken orally once a day for five to seven days.How should Gemifloxacin be taken?
• Gemifloxacin should be taken with plenty of water.What are the warnings and precautions for Gemifloxacin?
• The patient should consult the doctor in case of any pain and swelling or inflammation in joints.• Caution should be taken while using it in elderly patients.
What are the side effects of Gemifloxacin?
Nervous system: Headache and dizzinessSkin: Skin rash
Digestive tract: Diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain and vomiting
Blood: Increase or decrease in white blood cells or platelets
Liver: Increase in liver enzymes
Heart: Prolonged QTc interval on ECG
Others: Tendonitis, tendon rupture, peripheral neuritis, low blood glucose levels, allergic reactions, photosensitive reactions. Superinfection with Clostridium difficile can occur with prolonged use of the antibiotic
What are the other precautions for Gemifloxacin?
• The medication should be avoided in pregnant women• The dose should be reduced in patients with severe kidney disease
• Avoid in patients with myasthenia gravis due to possible exacerbation of muscle weakness
• Use with caution in patients with rheumatoid arthritis due to increased risk of tendon rupture
What are the Drug Interactions of Gemifloxacin?
• Gemifloxacin may increase the chances of bleeding when given with warfarin.• Probenecid may increase the plasma concentration of gemifloxacin.
• The absorption of gemifloxacin is reduced when administered with supplements that contain iron, zinc or magnesium. These should be avoided 3 hours before and 2 hours after taking gemifloxacin.
• Gemifloxacin may increase the glucose-lowering effect of anti-diabetes drugs.
• The risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture may increase when administered with corticosteroids.
• The risk of heart rhythm abnormalities due to drugs that prolong QTc interval may increase with concomitant gemifloxacin.
• Gemifloxacin may reduce the serum concentration of the active metabolite of mycophenolate.
• Quinapril, sucralfate and sevelamer may reduce the concentration of gemifloxacin.
