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Gertac 300mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Gertac 300mg Tablet is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It is used to treat and prevent heartburn, indigestion, and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach. It is also used to treat and prevent stomach ulcers, reflux disease, and some rarer conditions.
Gertac 300mg Tablet relieves heartburn and helps in healing ulcers.
Gertac 300mg Tablet relieves heartburn and helps in healing ulcers.
Uses of Gertac Tablet
- Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
- Treatment of Peptic ulcer disease
Benefits of Gertac Tablet
In Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition. It happens because a muscle above your stomach relaxes too much and allows stomach contents to come back up into your esophagus and mouth. Gertac 300mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called H2-receptor antagonists. It reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes and relieves the pain associated with heartburn and acid reflux. You should take it exactly as it is prescribed for it to be effective.
Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce heartburn. Think about what foods trigger heartburn and try to avoid them; eat smaller more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3–4 hours of going to bed.
Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce heartburn. Think about what foods trigger heartburn and try to avoid them; eat smaller more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3–4 hours of going to bed.
In Treatment of Peptic ulcer disease
Stomach ulcers are usually caused by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or Helicobacter pylori bacteria. They both break down the stomach’s defense against the acid it produces to digest food. This damaged the stomach and allows an ulcer to form. Gertac 300mg Tablet may be used to treat these ulcers. It reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes, preventing further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear. It may also be prescribed to prevent stomach ulcers from forming by reducing the amount of acid.
Side effects of Gertac Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Gertac
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
How to use Gertac Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gertac 300mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gertac 300mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gertac 300mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gertac 300mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Gertac 300mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Gertac 300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gertac 300mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Gertac 300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Gertac 300mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Gertac 300mg Tablet.
- Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
- Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Gertac 300mg Tablet for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
- Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aralkylamines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
H2 Receptor Blocker
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Gertac 300mg Tablet
Thrice A Day
58%
Four Times A *
16%
Once A Day
16%
Twice A Day
11%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Gertac Tablet for?
Acidity
100%
FAQs
Q. Is Gertac 300mg Tablet safe for long-term use?
There is limited data available on whether Gertac 300mg Tablet can be used for the long term or not, but it is a relatively safe medicine. You should take it for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not take over-the-counter Gertac 300mg Tablet for longer than 2 weeks unless advised by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Gertac 300mg Tablet empty stomach?
Gertac 300mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It can be taken once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime, as recommended.
Q. Is Gertac 300mg Tablet effective?
Gertac 300mg Tablet would be effective only if used for the right indication in the dose and the duration as advised by the doctor. In case you do not find any change in your condition while taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor. Do not change the dose or stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q. What are the dos and don’ts while taking Gertac 300mg Tablet?
Avoid taking aspirin and other painkillers used to treat arthritis, period pain, or headache. These medicines may irritate the stomach and make your condition worse. Contact your doctor who may suggest other medicines. Avoid coffee, tea, cocoa, and cola drinks because these contain ingredients that may irritate your stomach. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Eat slowly and chew your food carefully. Try not to rush while having meals. You should stop or cut down on smoking.
Q. Can I take alcohol with Gertac 300mg Tablet?
Alcohol does not interfere with the working of Gertac 300mg Tablet. But, you should avoid taking alcohol as it may further damage the stomach, delaying your recovery.
Q. How long does it take for Gertac 300mg Tablet to start working?
Gertac 300mg Tablet starts working as fast as 15 minutes from when it is given. Its effect is seen to last all day or all night.
Q. What is the difference between Gertac 300mg Tablet and omeprazole?
Gertac 300mg Tablet and Omeprazole belong to different groups of medicines. While Gertac 300mg Tablet belongs to histamine H2 antagonists group, Omeprazole belongs to proton pump inhibitors group. These medicines (Gertac 300mg Tablet and Omeprazole) work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach, to give relief of symptoms and allow healing to take place.
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