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Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Zydus Cadila
Medicine Composition :  Bisacodyl
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet

Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet is used as a stimulant laxative. It provides relief during constipation. It functions by stimulating the bowel muscles to help the stool come out.

On using Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet you may experience side effects such as abdominal pain, fatigue, diarrhoea, nausea, muscle cramps, vomiting, rapid or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, mood disorders, swelling, skin rash and drowsiness. Should your reactions persist or become worse over time contact your health care provider right away.

Before using Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to any ingredient contained within Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet, if you have abdominal pain, constipation, you have issues swallowing without chewing, if you have any allergies to any foods, medicines or substances, you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, you are pregnant or are breastfeeding a baby.

This medication needs to be taken by mouth with or without food. The dosage should be determined by your physician based on your medical history and current condition. The usual dose in adults is about 5-15 mg taken once-thrice orally per day. While taking this medication swallow it whole without crushing, chewing or breaking the tablet.

    What are the uses of Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet ?

    • Allergy

    • Intestinal Obstruction

    • Rectal Bleeding

    What are the side effects of Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Please consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    • What is the onset of action?

      This medicine shows its action about 6-10 hours after the administration of this medicine.

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      This is yet to be estimated clinically.

    What are the substitutes for Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your normal schedule.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult a doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is a stimulant laxative which intestinal enzymes and enteric bacteria hydrolyze to create an active metabolite. This induces colon peristalsis acting directly on the intestinal mucosa of the colon to clear the intestines before tests or to treat constipation.

      What are the interactions of Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Do not consume this medication in combination with lactulose, calcium carbonate and magnesium carbonate.
      • Interaction with Food

        Avoid consumption of milk and milk products if you are expecting administration of this medication. As this will cause gastric irritation.

      FAQs about Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Gerbisa 5Mg is a medication which has Bisacodyl as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by stimulating inner lining of bowel and causing evacuation.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Gerbisa tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Occasional constipation, Constipation, Bowel clearance before surgery, and labor or radiological investigation.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Stomach cramping, Stomach upset, Dizziness, Rectal bleeding, Stomach cramps, Faintness, and Blood in stool are common side effects.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Gerbisa should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      • Ques : Should I use Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

        Ans : The salts involved in this medication, work properly on an empty stomach. It is advised to consume this medication, 1 hour before having food and at least 2 hours after having food.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

        Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

        Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

      • Ques : Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?

        Ans : If you are under the usage of this medication, It is recommended to avoid dairy products, as it may cause some side effects.

      • Ques : Will Gerbisa 5Mg Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

        Ans : There is no need to take this medication more than its recommended doses. Taking an overdose of this medication may trigger side effects.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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