Gemcal Capsule 15's

Question 1

How does Gemcal Capsule 15's work?

Accepted Answer

Gemcal Capsule 15's is a combination of three medicines, namely: Calcium carbonate, Calcitriol and Zinc. Calcitriol helps your body effectively absorb Calcium Carbonate and additionally supports the muscles needed to avoid falls. Calcium and Zinc help build and maintain bones. Collectively, Gemcal Capsule 15's used to treat osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels).

Question 2

Can I take Gemcal Capsule 15's if I suffer from hypercalcemia (high levels of calcium in the blood)?

Accepted Answer

Gemcal Capsule 15's is used to increase low levels of calcium in the body. Hence it is not advised to use Gemcal Capsule 15's during hypercalcemia, since it causes the overdose of calcium leading to kidney stones and other effects.

Question 3

Does Gemcal Capsule 15's cause kidney stones?

Accepted Answer

Gemcal Capsule 15's can cause kidney stones due to excess calcium deposition when used for a prolonged period. Please consult your doctor before taking Gemcal Capsule 15's as a daily supplement if you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones.

Question 4

What are the common side effects of Gemcal Capsule 15's?

Accepted Answer

Common side effects of Gemcal Capsule 15's include constipation, stomach pain, loss of appetite, fast or pounding heartbeat, bone, or muscle pain.

Question 5

In which conditions should I avoid taking Gemcal Capsule 15's?

Accepted Answer

Do not use Gemcal Capsule 15's if you ate allergic to Gemcal Capsule 15's or any other ingredients in it. Gemcal Capsule 15's is not recommended in 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).

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