Gemvert Strip Of 10 Tablets

Gemvert Md Tablet contains a combination of cinnarizine and dimenhydrinate as its active ingredients. Gemvert Md Tablet is used for the treatment of vertigo. A condition where one loses balance and experience a spinning sensation in the head.

This medicine helps to improve vertigo so that you can carry on with your daily activities. Do not take this medicine if you are having a history of allergy, glaucoma, epilepsy, increased pressure in the brain and any liver or kidney problems. Gemvert Md Tablet should not be used in children below 18 years of age.

You may experience side effects like drowsiness, dryness of the mouth, headache and stomach pain which may resolve within a few days. It is advised to avoid operating machines and driving while on this medicine.

Dosage

Overdose

In case you happen to take too much of Gemvert Md Tablet, immediately inform your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking a dose of Gemvert Md Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is already time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the normal dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Cinnarizine blocks the calcium channels present in the blood vessels and thus prevents the constriction of blood vessels of the inner ear. Thus, improving the blood flow and microcirculation within the inner ear.
• Dimenhydrinate blocks the effect of histamine, which is responsible for other symptoms related to vertigo. A combination of these medicine helps the patients to carry on with daily activities.

Directions for Use

• Take this medicine as a whole with a sufficient amount of water at a fixed time to gain optimal benefits.
• Do not break, crush or chew the medicine.
• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Gemvert Md Tablet during pregnancy?

Gemvert Md Tablet is known to affect the developing baby and cause potential harm. Thus, it is not recommended to take this medicine during pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are pregnancy or think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Gemvert Md Tablet while breastfeeding?

Gemvert Md Tablet may pass into the breastmilk and adversely affect your baby. Thus, it is recommended that breastfeeding mother should not take this medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Gemvert Md Tablet?

Gemvert Md Tablet may make you sleepy, thus avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Gemvert Md Tablet?

Alcohol may increase the side effect of Gemvert Md Tablet such as drowsiness, sleepiness. Thus, it is recommended to avoid drinking alcohol while on this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have low or high blood pressure, heart disease, hyperthyroidism.
• You have increased pressure in the eyes.
• You have any obstruction in the intestines, enlarged prostate glands.
• You have Parkinson’s disease.
• You have severe infection and generalized illness.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to cinnarizine, dimenhydrinate or any of the ingredients of Gemvert Md Tablet.
• If you are under the age of 18 years.
• If you have glaucoma (increased pressure in the eyes), epilepsy (fits), increased pressure in the brain (like due to a tumour).
• If you have an alcohol addiction.
• If you have prostate problems or difficulty in passing urine, kidney or liver problems.

Side effects

• Sleepiness
• Headache
• A dry Mouth
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of Appetite
• Rash
• Anxiety
• Nervousness

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Gemvert Md Tablet works or Gemvert Md Tablet itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
• Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for brain-related disorders.
• Do not take Gemvert Md Tablet with antibiotics such as streptomycin, gentamicin, amikacin, neomycin, (as ear damage due to aminoglycosides antibiotics may go unnoticed).

Storage and disposal

• Store it in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the use of Gemvert Md Tablet?

Gemvert Md Tablet is used for the treatment of vertigo, a condition where you may get a feeling of dizziness or a spinning sensation. It is sometimes associated with a vomiting sensation. This medicine helps to improve vertigo so that you can carry on with your daily activities.

What are the common side effects of Gemvert Md Tablet?

Drowsiness, dryness of the mouth, headache and stomach pain are the most common side effects of Gemvert Md Tablet, which may disappear within a few days.

When to stop Gemvert Md Tablet?

Do not stop this medicine by yourself. Stopping this medicine may increase the chances of reappearance of the symptoms. Therefore, always take the doctor's advice before stopping it.