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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Nov 10, 2024 | 7:19 PM IST
Gemfos Tablet helps your bones stay as strong as possible. It can help if you have or are at risk of getting a health problem called osteoporosis. Also, it can help people who have Paget's disease of bone. It contains Risedronate sodium, which works by slowing down the cells that break down bone. This maintains bone density and makes your bones stronger and less likely to break. In Paget's disease of bone, it reduces the abnormal bone turnover that this condition causes. This helps to reduce deformity and pain and makes your bones stronger and less likely to break. It may cause side effects such as abdominal or stomach pain, ulceration of the gullet, heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and difficulty or pain upon swallowing.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Gemfos Tablet

Gemfos Tablet helps your bones stay as strong as possible. It can help if you have or are at risk of getting a health problem called osteoporosis. This is where your bones get weaker and are more likely to break. Osteoporosis can happen for many reasons, but you're more likely to get it if you're a woman who has been through menopause or if you take steroids, for a long time. Some types of cancer treatment can also increase your risk of getting osteoporosis. Besides this Gemfos Tablet can also help people who have Paget's disease of bone. This weakens your bones and can bend them out of shape.

Gemfos Tablet contains 'Risedronate sodium', which comes in the category of drugs known as 'amino bisphosphonate”. In osteoporosis, It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone. This maintains bone density and makes your bones stronger and less likely to break. In Paget's disease of bone, Gemfos Tablet reduces the abnormal bone turnover that this condition causes. This helps to reduce deformity and pain and makes your bones stronger and less likely to break.

Take Gemfos Tablet without food on an empty stomach, at evenly spaced intervals with one glass of water.  Do not crush, chew, or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take Gemfos Tablet based on your medical condition. It has been reported that some persons experience undesirable effects of name that include abdominal or stomach pain, ulceration of the gullet, heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and difficulty or pain upon swallowing. Most of these side effects of Gemfos Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen or if you notice chest pain, new or worsening heartburn, or pain when swallowing, then immediately stop taking Gemfos Tablet and consult your doctor.

The use of Gemfos Tablet is restricted in persons who are allergic to any constituent of medication or have problems with the oesophagus or low calcium levels in the blood. This medicine should not be taken by a person who cannot sit upright or stand for at least half an hour after taking this drug. This medication can increase the risk of jaw bone problems (osteonecrosis), which is high in persons with pre-existing dental problems or people treated with steroids, cancer, blood cell disorders, or radiation. So, consult with the doctor about the risks associated with Gemfos Tablet. This medicine is only a part of a complete treatment program that includes bone mineral density testing, diet changes, exercise, and taking calcium and vitamin supplements, so follow all the directions given by the doctor.

Uses of Gemfos Tablet

Treatment of Osteoporosis (postmenopausal Osteoporosis, glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis, Increased bone mass in men with osteoporosis), Paget's disease of bone.

Medicinal Benefits

Gemfos Tablet contains 'Risedronate sodium', which comes in the category of drugs known as 'amino bisphosphonate”. In osteoporosis, It works by slowing down the cells that break down bone. This maintains bone density and makes your bones stronger and less likely to break. In Paget's disease of bone, Gemfos Tablet reduces the abnormal bone turnover that this condition causes. This helps to reduce deformity and pain and makes your bones stronger and less likely to break.

Side Effects of Gemfos Tablet

  • Back pain

  • Arthralgia (pain in a joint)

  • Abdominal pain

  • Dyspepsia (indigestion)

  • Hypersensitivity reactions (angioedema, generalized rash, bullous skin reactions)

  • Eye inflammation (iritis, uveitis)

Directions for Use

Take Gemfos Tablet without food on an empty stomach, at evenly spaced intervals with one glass of water at least half an hour before breakfast, and remain in a sitting or standing position for about 60 min.  Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Gemfos Tablet is not advised in persons who have problems with the esophagus, or low calcium levels in their blood. After taking this medicine, a person should sit upright or stand for at least half an hour; otherwise, it can cause serious stomach or esophagus problems. Gemfos Tablet can increase the risk of jaw bone problems (osteonecrosis), especially in those treated with steroids, chemotherapy, radiation, cancer, blood cell disorders, and pre-existing dental problems. Gemfos Tablet is only an only part of a complete program that includes diet modification, regular exercise, bone mineral density testing, and consuming calcium and vitamin supplements. A person should consult with their doctor's if they ever had trouble swallowing, problems with their stomach or digestion, hypocalcemia, a dental problem (you may need a dental exam before you begin taking alendronate), kidney disease; or any condition that makes it hard for your body to absorb nutrients from food (malabsorption) before taking this medicine. Pregnant ladies should first consult with their doctor before taking Gemfos Tablet as it is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Breastfeeding women should first consult with the doctor before taking Gemfos Tablet to pass into breast milk and affect the infant.

Therapeutic Class

BONE ENHANCERS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Risedronic acidDeferasirox
Severe
Risedronic acidCimetidine
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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RISEDRONATE SODIUM-35MGVitamin B complex foods, Vitamin B12 rich foods
Moderate

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A person should consume calcium and vitamin D in their diet as it helps make stronger bones and avoid everyday osteoporosis dangers.

  • A post-menopausal woman should limit salt intake as it can pose a high risk of losing more bone minerals than other women of the same age.

  • Do regular exercise like weight-bearing exercises which are important for maintaining bone health.

  • Calcium is important for making bones strong. Vitamin D is equally important, which helps to ensure the absorption and retention of calcium in bones, so take food high in calcium and vitamins.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Gemfos Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Gemfos Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include muscle spasms/cramps/twitches, seizures (fits) and numbness or tingling around mouth or in hands or feet. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
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