Gemcal DS Soft Gelatin Capsule (15)

Yes, Gemcal Ds can be taken with diclofenac. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Gemcal Ds along with diclofenac if taken as directed by the doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Yes, Gemcal Ds is helpful in the treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism (increased levels of parathyroid hormone) usually seen in patients with chronic renal failure. It works by decreasing the high parathyroid hormone (PTH) level in blood.

Gemcal Ds contains calcitriol which is a vitamin D analog. Normally, calcitriol is produced by the kidneys which help in maintaining the normal levels of calcium and phosphate in the body through its absorption in the intestine and its retention but due to kidney failure, the body is unable to maintain that balance which causes low calcium levels (hypocalcemia) and low phosphate levels (hypophosphatemia). Hence in this way Gemcal Ds restores this balance. Gemcal Ds also inhibits the release of the parathyroid hormone in case of secondary hyperparathyroidism which restores the normal levels of parathyroid hormone in the body. In this way Gemcal Ds works in the management of hypocalcemia, hypophosphatemia, and secondary hyperparathyroidism.

Yes, Gemcal Ds is helpful in the treatment of post-menopausal osteoporosis (a condition in which bone become weak or brittle). Gemcal Ds works in osteoporosis by increasing the calcium concentration in our body through its intestinal absorption and retention from kidneys which helps in making bones stronger.

No, Gemcal Ds is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.