Gemcal Mom Tablet is a nutritional supplement used in the treatment of calcium deficiency. It is prescribed when your diet alone cannot provide the necessary calcium your body needs. It increases the absorption of calcium and helps prevent or treat low blood calcium levels.
Gemcal Mom Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get maximum benefits from it. Do not take it more than or for longer than prescribed by the doctor, as that may cause harmful effects.
There is limited data on the side effects of Gemcal Mom Tablet. Let your doctor know if you experience any symptoms while taking Gemcal Mom Tablet. They may be able to suggest ways to treat or manage the side effects.
Earlier you start Gemcal Mom Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the medications you are taking, as some medicines may interact with Gemcal Mom Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Gemcal Mom Tablet to ensure safety.
Uses:
Treatment and prevention of Calcium deficiency
Directions For Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gemcal Mom Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Gemcal Mom
Limited data available
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gemcal Mom Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Gemcal Mom Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Gemcal Mom Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
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It is not known whether Gemcal Mom Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gemcal Mom Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
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There is limited information available on the use of Gemcal Mom Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
What foods should be avoided with Gemcal Mom Tablet?
Foods rich in oxalic and phytic acid, such as spinach, sorrel, rhubarb, and whole cereals, should be avoided within two hours of taking Gemcal Mom Tablet. Consult your doctor for more specific dietary restrictions and considerations regarding food and Gemcal Mom Tablet use.
How long will it take Gemcal Mom Tablet until benefits show?
The exact time Gemcal Mom Tablet will take to show results is not known. However, you may expect improvement in bone health in a few months. You should continue taking Gemcal Mom Tablet as prescribed for safer, better, and faster results.
Who should not take Gemcal Mom Tablet?
Individuals should not take Gemcal Mom Tablet if they have high calcium levels in the blood or urine, kidney stones, kidney failure, excess vitamin D in the blood, or are allergic to any ingredients in Gemcal Mom Tablet, including soya or peanuts. It should also be avoided in cases of impaired parathyroid hormone function, unexplained lumps in the body (such as in sarcoidosis), and in individuals under 18 years of age.
What serious side effects of Gemcal Mom Tablet should I watch for?
You should stop taking Gemcal Mom Tablet and call your doctor if you experience serious side effects such as severe stomach pain, very frequent urination or extreme thirst, irregular heartbeat, or swelling of the face, tongue, or throat (which may be a sign of an allergic reaction).
Can I take Gemcal Mom Tablet with other medicines or supplements?
Inform your doctor about any medicines, supplements, or herbal products you are taking before starting Gemcal Mom Tablet, as it may interact with them and cause side effects or reduce its effectiveness.
What lifestyle changes should I complement along with Gemcal Mom Tablet treatment?
Gemcal Mom Tablet is usually advisable if a sufficient calcium and vitamin D supply cannot be achieved by nutrition and sunlight. However, you can still soak in sunlight for at least 30 minutes and include calcium-rich foods such as dairy in your routine.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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