Gemcal Suspension 120 ml
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About Gemcal Suspension
Gemcal Suspension belongs to the class of 'vitamins,' primarily used to treat various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body like Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), hypoparathyroidism (a condition in which parathyroid glands make low levels of calcium in the body), latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels), and rickets or osteomalacia (softening or deforming of bones due to lack of calcium).
Gemcal Suspension consists of calcium and calcitriol (vitamin D). Calcium is a mineral that is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Calcitriol is a synthetic form of vitamin D that helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone.
Gemcal Suspension is likely safe to use. In some cases, it may cause side effects like constipation and stomach upset. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult a doctor.
Let your doctor know if you are using any other medicine, or herbal products before starting Gemcal Suspension . Please inform your doctor if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food), low levels of bile, and phosphate imbalance before starting Gemcal Suspension . If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Gemcal Suspension .
Uses of Gemcal Suspension
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Gemcal Suspension is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body like vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, hypoparathyroidism, latent tetany, and rickets or osteomalacia. Gemcal Suspension consists of two medicines: Calcium (mineral) and Calcitriol (Vitamin D). Calcium is a mineral that is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Calcitriol is a steroid hormone produced in the skin when exposed to ultraviolet light or obtained from food sources. It helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone.
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If you are allergic to Gemcal Suspension or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Gemcal Suspension . Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gemcal Suspension is not recommended if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), metastatic calcification (extra deposits of calcium in the body), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food). Inform your doctor before taking Gemcal Suspension if you have any heart/kidney/liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, sarcoidosis (growth of inflammatory cells in different parts of the body), Crohn's disease (inflammatory bowel disease), Whipple's disease (bacterial infection affecting joints and digestive system), achlorhydria (little or no stomach acid), low levels of bile, and phosphate imbalance. Gemcal Suspension may contain sugar or sorbitol; hence caution should be taken in case of intolerance to sugars, diabetes, and phenylketonuria (increased levels of an amino acid called phenylalanine).
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese, or milk-based custard in children's diets.
- Eat daily a serving of broccoli, cabbage, spinach, and other green leafy vegetables.
- Include the best dietary sources of vitamin D, such as fish liver oils and vitamin D–fortified milk.
- Snack on calcium-rich nuts like Brazil nuts or almonds.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over your food, vegetables, and salads. Sesame seeds are high in calcium.
- Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks, and alcohol that inhibit calcium absorption.
- Replace the meat with tofu or tempeh for extra calcium in your children's meals.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, limit alcohol consumption while using Gemcal Suspension .
Pregnancy
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Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending this medicine.
Breast Feeding
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Consult your doctor before taking Gemcal Suspension if you are breastfeeding. Gemcal Suspension can pass into the breast milk. If this medicine is used during breastfeeding, monitoring the serum calcium levels of the mother and the infant is required.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Gemcal Suspension usually does not affect your ability to drive. However, if you experience any unmanageable side effects while using it, avoid driving or operating machinery.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Consult your doctor if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Gemcal Suspension . Hepatic impairment/liver disease can alter the metabolism and therapeutic activity of certain Vitamin D forms.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
You should seek a doctor's advice before starting Gemcal Suspension if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or undergoing dialysis. Be cautious if you are undergoing dialysis to maintain adequate phosphorus levels and avoid ectopic calcification (calcium deposition).
Children
Safe if prescribed
Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will recommend a suitable dose based on your child's age, body weight and condition.
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Gemcal Suspension consists of two vitamins: Calcium and Calcitriol (vitamin D). Calcium is a mineral used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Calcitriol helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralisation of bone.
Antacids may alter the absorption of Calcium from Gemcal Suspension . Hence it is advised to take Gemcal Suspension two hours before or four hours after taking antacids.
Gemcal Suspension is used to treat low levels of calcium in the body. Hence it is not advised to use Gemcal Suspension if you have hypercalcemia since higher calcium levels may lead to kidney stones and other effects.
Gemcal Suspension can cause kidney stones due to excess calcium deposition when used for a prolonged period. Please consult your doctor before taking Gemcal Suspension as a daily supplement if you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones.
Milk is considered to be the best source of calcium. You can take Gemcal Suspension with milk.
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