Gerfex(Zyd) 250 Mg Dry Syrup 30 Ml

Gerfex Dry Syrup is an antibiotic and is used for the treatment of different types of bacterial infections of the ear, nose, sinuses (such as sinusitis), throat (tonsillitis), chest and lungs (such as bronchitis, pneumonia), urinary system (such as bladder and kidney infections). It contains cephalexin (or cefalexin) as its active ingredient. Gerfex Dry Syrup is designed to be used only by children.

Give this medicine as prescribed and for the prescribed duration to your child.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose may include nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, diarrhoea and blood in the urine. Seek urgent medical help if you notice any of the symptoms in your child or feel your child has taken Gerfex Dry Syrup in excess.

Missed a Dose

In case your child has missed any dose of Gerfex Dry Syrup, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Cephalexin in Gerfex Dry Syrup works by inhibiting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, which ultimately leads to the death of bacteria.

Directions for Use

• Take Gerfex Dry Syrup as instructed by your doctor.
• Read the instructions on the bottle before usage.
• For reconstitution, add boiled and cooled water, slightly below the mark on the bottle or as suggested by the doctor.
• Shake it well before use.
• Use a measuring cup, spoon or dropper for the exact quantity.

Precautions and Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• Your child develops an allergic reaction after taking Gerfex Dry Syrup, immediately contact your doctor.
• Your child has heart, liver or kidney problems.
• Your child develops bloody diarrhoea or mucous in diarrhoea after taking this medicine.
• Gerfex Dry Syrup should be taken only on your doctor’s prescription and complete the course of the medicine. Discontinuing the medicine in between treatment may lead to the bacteria becoming resistant to this medicine.

Contraindications

• If your child is allergic to cephalexin or any other ingredients of Gerfex Dry Syrup.
• If your child is allergic to a similar class of antibiotics called cephalosporins.
• If your child is suffering from a hereditary condition called porphyria.

Side effects

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Indigestion
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Skin rash, itching

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Gerfex Dry Syrup works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals your child is currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if your child is taking medicines used to treat cancer, gout (Probenecid), water tablets (ethacrynic acid, furosemide), diabetes (metformin), or other antibiotics.
• Gerfex Dry Syrup should not be concomitantly used with medicine like clindamycin, doxycycline to treat your child's bacterial infection.
• Medicines used to thin your blood like warfarin should be used with caution along with Gerfex Dry Syrup as it may increase bleeding.
• You should let the doctor or the laboratory person know that your child is using this medicine while going for a lab test, as this medicine may interfere with the lab tests.

Storage and disposal

• Gerfex Dry Syrup should be stored at room temperature protected from moisture and heat.
• Keep it out of reach and sight of children and pets.
• Do not use expired or damaged medicines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the use of Gerfex Dry Syrup?

Gerfex Dry Syrup is used in the treatment of various types of bacterial infections of the nose, ear, throat, chest, lungs, kidney, skin and urinary tract.

How to take Gerfex Dry Syrup?

Gerfex Dry Syrup should be taken as instructed by your doctor. Shake it well before taking it. For reconstitution, add boiled and cooled water, slightly below the mark on the bottle or as suggested by the doctor. Use a measuring cup, spoon or dropper for the exact quantity.

Is Gerfex Dry Syrup an antibiotic?

Yes, Gerfex Dry Syrup is an antibiotic.