Gemez 320 mg Tablet

Gemez 320 mg Tablet is an antibiotic tablet that contains gemifloxacin 320 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the fluoroquinolone class and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, especially respiratory tract infections such as community-acquired pneumonia when a prescriber decides it is appropriate. Gemez 320 mg Tablet works only against bacteria, not viruses like colds or flu.

How it works: Gemifloxacin in Gemez 320 mg Tablet blocks bacterial enzymes that bacteria need to copy and repair their DNA, which stops them from growing. As the tablet is swallowed and absorbed, it helps the body clear the infection when the bacteria are susceptible.

Gemez 320 mg Tablet is the exact tablet strength prescribed for adults when a clinician wants a full gemifloxacin tablet dose in one solid form. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand, this 320 mg tablet should be used exactly as directed and is not meant to be split or substituted without medical advice. A doctor may choose it based on the infection being treated, your risk factors, and whether you can take an oral tablet safely.

• Community-acquired pneumonia
• Other bacterial respiratory infections when prescribed
• Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections
• Antibiotic therapy directed by a doctor

• Swallow the Gemez 320 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew it unless your prescriber specifically tells you to.
• Take it exactly at the time and frequency prescribed, since this is a prescription-strength antibiotic.
• If your stomach is sensitive, ask your pharmacist whether you may take it with food; follow the directions on your prescription label.
• Avoid taking it at the same time as antacids, iron, zinc, magnesium, calcium supplements, or multivitamins unless your doctor says it is okay, because they can block absorption.
• Finish the full course even if you start to feel better, unless your prescriber tells you to stop.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Gemez 320 mg Tablet provides 320 mg of gemifloxacin per tablet, and the pack contains 10 tablets. In adults, this strength is commonly used as a once-daily oral dose for certain infections, but the exact duration and whether it is taken once daily or otherwise depends on the infection and your doctor’s instructions. Do not take more than the prescribed amount per day.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Gemifloxacin may include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Rash

• This is a higher-strength prescription antibiotic and should be used only when a clinician has assessed that gemifloxacin is appropriate.
• Do not use if you have a history of serious fluoroquinolone allergy or tendon problems related to this class unless your prescriber specifically approves it.
• Tell your doctor if you have heart rhythm problems, low potassium or magnesium, or a history of fainting, because gemifloxacin can affect the QT interval.
• Use caution with driving or operating machinery until you know how the Gemez 320 mg Tablet affects you, since dizziness can occur.
• Avoid heavy alcohol use if it worsens stomach upset or dizziness while taking this antibiotic.
• Tell your prescriber if you have myasthenia gravis, seizure disorders, kidney disease, or diabetes, as fluoroquinolones can require extra caution.
• If you take steroids such as prednisone, your risk of tendon injury may be higher and should be discussed with your doctor.

• Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium
• Iron, zinc, calcium, or multivitamin supplements
• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Steroids such as prednisone
• Medicines that can affect heart rhythm, including some antiarrhythmics

Store Gemez 320 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and direct heat, and keep it out of reach of children.