Gemcal Kit 7'S Tablet
Alkem Laboratories
Uses of Gemcal Kit 7'S Tablet:
Post menopausal osteoporosis, Calcium deficiency, Osteoporosis
Composition of Gemcal Kit 7'S Tablet:
Calcium Carbonate 500mg + Zinc 7.5mg + Calcitriol 0.25mcg + Risedronate 35mg
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Description
Osteoporosis
Uses
Calcium Carbonate is generally used in treatment of the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
Zinc is generally used in treatment of the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
Calcitriol is generally used in treatment of calcium deficiency and post menopausal osteoporosis
Risedronate is generally used in treatment of the treatment of osteoporosis. Used in treatement of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men at high risk of fractures.
Zinc is generally used in treatment of the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
Calcitriol is generally used in treatment of calcium deficiency and post menopausal osteoporosis
Risedronate is generally used in treatment of the treatment of osteoporosis. Used in treatement of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and men at high risk of fractures.
Side effects
- Back pain
- Belching
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Dryness in mouth
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Headache
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- muscle or joint) pain
- Musculoskeletal (bone
- Stomach pain
- Stomach upset
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Risedronate, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Risedronate is to be taken empty stomach.
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Risedronate, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Risedronate is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Calcium Carbonate provides essential nutrients.
Zinc is a mineral that provides essential nutrients.
Calcitriol is the active form of Vitamin D. It raises Vitamin D levels in your blood. This in turn raises calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from your intestine.
Risedronate is a bisphosphonate. It acts by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause the destruction of bone, thereby strengthening the bones and minimizing the risk of fractures.
Zinc is a mineral that provides essential nutrients.
Calcitriol is the active form of Vitamin D. It raises Vitamin D levels in your blood. This in turn raises calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from your intestine.
Risedronate is a bisphosphonate. It acts by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause the destruction of bone, thereby strengthening the bones and minimizing the risk of fractures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is supracal/shelcal 500/cipcal 500?
Shelcal, supracal, cipcal contain Calcium Carbonate along with vitamin D3
Q. What is it used for?
These preparations are used as a calcium supplements
Q. Is Calcium Carbonate/shelcal 500 chewable?
Yes, however it depends on dosage form available. If it is an oral tablet it has to be swallowed
Q. Is Calcium Carbonate a metal/ alkali/ base?
No, Calcium Carbonate is a mineral salt
Q. Does Calcium Carbonate cause kidney stones?
Calcium Carbonate may cause kidney stones if taken at larger dose or for prolonged duration. Always consult your docctor regarding its use.
Q. Is Calcitriol an OTC drug?
Calcitriol is not available as OTC drug
Q. Is Calcitriol a hormone, is it vitamin D and is it same as vitamin D3?
Calcitriol is a steroid hormone, a form of Vitamin D, also called Vitamin D3
Q. Is Calcitriol lipid soluble?
Yes, Calcitriol is lipid soluble
Q. Is Calcitriol same as cholecalciferol?
Vitamin D3 has several forms: Cholecalciferol is an inactive, unhydroxylated form of vitamin D3, whereas Calcitriol (also called 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3) is the active form of D3
Q. Is Calcitriol a phosphate binder?
No, Calcitriol is not a phosphate binder
Q. What is Bio-D3 max, Bio-D3plus?
Bio-D3 Max and Bio D3 plus are combinational drugs which contains Calcitriol
Q. What is rocaltrol capsule/is it generic/ is it vitamin D3/ is it vitamin D what is rocaltrol 0.25/ what it is used for/ is it gluten free/ is it available over the counter?
Rocaltrol is a trade (brand) name for synthetic Calcitriol (form of vitamin D, vitamin D3). It is available as 0.25 and 0.5 mg capsules. Rocaltrol works by making your body absorb more calcium from your diet. This helps to form healthy bones and reduce bone damage. It is gluten free. Rocaltrol is not available over the counter.
Q. Is Risedronate a generic drug?
Yes, Risedronate is available as generic drug
Q. Is Risedronate safe?
Residronate is safe, if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Does Risedronate cause weight gain?
No clinically observable effect on weight has been reported for Risedronate
Q. What is Risedronate sodium?
Risedronate belongs to a class of medication called as bisphosphonates. It acts by slowing bone breakdown process, increasing bone density (thickness), and decreasing the amount of calcium released from the bones into the blood
Q. How does Risedronate work?
Risedronate works by slowing bone breakdown process, increasing bone density (thickness), and decreasing the amount of calcium released from the bones into the blood.
Q. What is Risedronate prescribed for?
Risedronate is prescribed for treatment of Paget’s disease and osteoporosis in men and post-menopausal women.
Shelcal, supracal, cipcal contain Calcium Carbonate along with vitamin D3
Q. What is it used for?
These preparations are used as a calcium supplements
Q. Is Calcium Carbonate/shelcal 500 chewable?
Yes, however it depends on dosage form available. If it is an oral tablet it has to be swallowed
Q. Is Calcium Carbonate a metal/ alkali/ base?
No, Calcium Carbonate is a mineral salt
Q. Does Calcium Carbonate cause kidney stones?
Calcium Carbonate may cause kidney stones if taken at larger dose or for prolonged duration. Always consult your docctor regarding its use.
Q. Is Calcitriol an OTC drug?
Calcitriol is not available as OTC drug
Q. Is Calcitriol a hormone, is it vitamin D and is it same as vitamin D3?
Calcitriol is a steroid hormone, a form of Vitamin D, also called Vitamin D3
Q. Is Calcitriol lipid soluble?
Yes, Calcitriol is lipid soluble
Q. Is Calcitriol same as cholecalciferol?
Vitamin D3 has several forms: Cholecalciferol is an inactive, unhydroxylated form of vitamin D3, whereas Calcitriol (also called 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3) is the active form of D3
Q. Is Calcitriol a phosphate binder?
No, Calcitriol is not a phosphate binder
Q. What is Bio-D3 max, Bio-D3plus?
Bio-D3 Max and Bio D3 plus are combinational drugs which contains Calcitriol
Q. What is rocaltrol capsule/is it generic/ is it vitamin D3/ is it vitamin D what is rocaltrol 0.25/ what it is used for/ is it gluten free/ is it available over the counter?
Rocaltrol is a trade (brand) name for synthetic Calcitriol (form of vitamin D, vitamin D3). It is available as 0.25 and 0.5 mg capsules. Rocaltrol works by making your body absorb more calcium from your diet. This helps to form healthy bones and reduce bone damage. It is gluten free. Rocaltrol is not available over the counter.
Q. Is Risedronate a generic drug?
Yes, Risedronate is available as generic drug
Q. Is Risedronate safe?
Residronate is safe, if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Does Risedronate cause weight gain?
No clinically observable effect on weight has been reported for Risedronate
Q. What is Risedronate sodium?
Risedronate belongs to a class of medication called as bisphosphonates. It acts by slowing bone breakdown process, increasing bone density (thickness), and decreasing the amount of calcium released from the bones into the blood
Q. How does Risedronate work?
Risedronate works by slowing bone breakdown process, increasing bone density (thickness), and decreasing the amount of calcium released from the bones into the blood.
Q. What is Risedronate prescribed for?
Risedronate is prescribed for treatment of Paget’s disease and osteoporosis in men and post-menopausal women.
Expert Advice
- Do not take Calcium Carbonate within 1-2 hours of taking other medicines. Calcium may decrease the absorption of the other medicines.Should be taken after 2 hours of eating foods rich in oxalic acid (spinach and rhubarb), phosphate (bran), or phytinic acid (whole cereals).Consult a doctor if you have Higher than normal levels of calcium in your blood Mild to moderate problems with your kidneys (Kidney stones or Kidney failure).
- Do not take any other forms of Vitamin D unless your doctor suggests.Take calcium supplements along with Vitamin D3 as suggested by your doctor.Drink plenty of fluids (such as water) as it is important not to become dehydrated. Avoid using antacids without your doctor's advice. Some antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb Calcitriol.Consult your doctor if you notice a metallic taste in mouth, muscle or joint pain, headache or drowziness.
- Your doctor has prescribed Risedronate to make your bones stronger and lower the risk of fractures.Take it in the morning at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything.Maintain an upright posture for 30 minutes after taking the medication so the medicine doesn't irritate your food pipe.It may cause the amount of calcium in your blood to fall. Take calcium rich food in your diet and have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium in your blood.Take it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. Do not lie down after taking the medicine.Wait at least 1 hour before taking any other medication or eating or drinking anything.Take calcium and vitamin D to help build your bones when taking Risedronate.Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Risedronate.Inform your doctor if you experience pain in jaw. This problem may be seen after dental work.Your doctor will monitor your response to Risedronate by testing your bone mineral density (BMD). This is usually done every 1-3 years.It's important to look after your mouth and teeth as much as possible while you're taking. Have regular dental check-ups and inform your dentist about taking Risedronate.
Product Details
SKU: PC-40120
Product Description: Gemcal Kit 7'S Tablet is manufactured by Alkem Laboratories
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Gemcal Kit 7'S Tablet is manufactured by Alkem Laboratories
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
