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Gemcal Capsule 15’S
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*15 Capsule(s) in a Strip * Mkt: Alkem Laboratories Ltd * Country of Origin: India * Delivery charges if applicable will be applied at checkout
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INTRODUCTION ABOUT GEMCAL CAPSULE
GEMCAL CAPSULE is a combination of Calcitriol, Calcium carbonate, and Zinc sulphate which belongs to the group of medicines called Nutritional supplements. It is used in adults for the management of low blood calcium levels in conditions including chronic renal failure, osteodystrophy (bone pain, joint pain, bone deformation, and fractures due to kidney disease or disturbances in calcium and phosphorus levels), and osteoporosis (bones become weak and brittle as we age).
GEMCAL CAPSULE is also used to manage hypoparathyroidism (changes to parathyroid glands that may decrease the blood calcium too low), rickets or osteomalacia (softening and weakening of bones in children and adults, respectively, due to a lack of adequate vitamin D), after small bowel resection, and psoriasis (a disease in which skin becomes dry with itchy, scaly patches, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk, and scalp).
Avoid taking GEMCAL CAPSULE within 2 hours of eating foods rich in oxalic acid (Ex. spinach and rhubarb), phosphate (Ex. brain), or phytic acid (Ex. whole cereals). GEMCAL CAPSULE is not recommended for patients having diseases and/or conditions resulting in hypercalcaemia and/or hypercalciuria (ex. myeloma, bone metastases, primary hyperparathyroidism) and hypervitaminosis D.
GEMCAL CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with impaired liver function and kidney problems such as nephrolithiasis, nephrocalcinosis, and renal failure.
GEMCAL CAPSULE is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women, children, or adolescents unless considered necessary. GEMCAL CAPSULE should be avoided by breastfeeding women. GEMCAL CAPSULE should be used with caution with elderly patients.
The common side effects of GEMCAL CAPSULE are muscle pain, weakness, headache, excessive sleepiness, nausea and vomiting, and dry mouth. If any of these become worse, contact your doctor.
USES OF GEMCAL CAPSULE
To manage the following conditions in adults:
- Chronic renal failure
- Renal osteodystrophy
- Osteoporosis
- Hypoparathyroidism
- Parathyroidectomy
- Vitamin D-dependent rickets
- Osteocalcaemia
- Hypocalcaemia and hypomagnesemia after small bowel resection
- Psoriasis
HOW GEMCAL CAPSULE WORKS
GEMCAL CAPSULE is a combination of calcitriol that acts as an active form of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) for the absorption of calcium from the stomach and the functioning of calcium in the body. Calcium carbonate works as a nutritional supplement to directly increase the calcium stores within the body, and zinc sulphate counteracts the diminished calcitriol response to arrest bone loss. All these actions together will increase the levels of calcium, which is useful in managing bone disorders and disturbances in the parathyroid glands.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take GEMCAL CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. The correct dose and duration for you will be decided by your doctor, depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF GEMCAL CAPSULE
COMMON
- muscle pain and weakness
- headache
- excessive sleepiness
- nausea and vomiting
- dry mouth
- constipation
- flatulence
- diarrhoea
- skin eruptions
- mental disturbances
- abdominal pain and thirst
- kidney stones
- bone pain
- metallic taste
UNCOMMON
- increased creatinine level in the blood
RARE
- obvious signs of psychosis
Stop taking GEMCAL CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- signs of an allergic reaction (severe skin rash with eruptions, itching, swelling of the face or throat, breathing difficulty)
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Bloating
Eat smaller and more frequent meals. Eat and drink slowly, and exercise regularly. If you still see no improvement, contact your doctor.
Constipation
Consume more fiber-rich foods, such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and cereals, in your diet and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly. In the event of no improvement, consult your doctor.
Diarrhea
Drink more fluids, such as water, fruit juice, or coconut water, to keep yourself hydrated. In the event of no improvement, consult your doctor.
Headache
Try to relax and rest yourself. Apply pain balm to the head to ease the pain. Sip on some hot water or ginger tea. If there is no improvement, contact your doctor for advice.
Nausea And Vomiting
Take this medicine with meals or just after meals. Stick to simple meals and avoid oil-rich or spicy foods. If there is no improvement, consult your doctor.
Stomach Pain
Take a break to relax. Try to eat and drink slowly, or have smaller, more frequent meals. Place a heating pad on your stomach. If there is no improvement, consult your doctor.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
Monitoring required
GEMCAL CAPSULE is generally not recommended for use by pregnant women unless considered necessary. Consult your doctor for advice.
BREASTFEEDING
Contraindicated
GEMCAL CAPSULE is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Consult your doctor for advice.
KIDNEY
Use with Caution
GEMCAL CAPSULE should be used cautiously in patients with kidney problems such as nephrolithiasis, nephrocalcinosis, and renal failure. Consult your doctor for advice.
LIVER
Use with Caution
GEMCAL CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with impaired liver function. Consult your doctor for advice.
ALLERGY
Contraindicated
Do not take GEMCAL CAPSULE if you are allergic to calcitriol, calcium carbonate, or zinc sulphate.
USE IN PEDIATRICS
Contraindicated
GEMCAL CAPSULE is generally not recommended for use in children and adolescents (under 18 years of age). Consult your doctor for advice.
USE IN GERIATRICS
Use with Caution
GEMCAL CAPSULE should be used with caution with elderly patients. Consult your doctor for advice.
OTHERS
GEMCAL CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you:
- have diseases and/or conditions resulting in hypercalcaemia and/or hypercalciuria (ex. myeloma, bone metastases, primary hyperparathyroidism)
- have hypervitaminosis D
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug interactions:Â
Before taking GEMCAL CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
- medicines used to manage edema and blood pressure [Ex. chlorothiazide, chlorthalidone, hydrochlorothiazide, indapamide, and metolazone]
- medicines used to suppress the immune system [Ex. cortisone, prednisone, and prednisolone]
- digoxin (used in the management of heart problems)
- cholestyramine (a medicine used to lower high cholesterol levels in the blood
- paraffin oil (used to manage constipation)
- levothyroxine (used to manage an underactive thyroid gland)
- medicines used in the management of bacterial infections [Ex. tetracycline, sparfloxacin, ofloxacin, penicillamine, and norfloxacin]
- medicines used to manage epilepsy [Ex. carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone]
- ketoconazole (used to manage fungal infections)
B. Drug-Food interactions:
Avoid taking GEMCAL CAPSULE within 2 hours of eating foods rich in oxalic acid (Ex. spinach and rhubarb), phosphate (Ex. bran), or phytic acid (Ex. whole cereals).
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of GEMCAL CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of an overdose are nausea, severe vomiting, dehydration, and restlessness.
SYNOPSIS
| Drug | : | Calcitriol, Calcium Carbonate, and Zinc Sulphate |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Vitamin D analogues, and minerals |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Chronic renal failure, bone disorders, and psoriasis |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Capsule and Softgel Capsule |
MORE INFORMATION
- Keep GEMCAL CAPSULE out of reach of children
- Store GEMCAL CAPSULE at room temperature
| Weight | 17.5 g |
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