Gemidro Tablet is used in the treatment of osteoporosis, a condition characterized by weakened bones and an increased risk of fractures. The detailed uses of Gemidro Tablet are as follows:<ul><li>Treatment of osteoporosis: Gemidro Tablet helps strengthen bones and reduce the likelihood of spine, hip, and other bone fractures in individuals with osteoporosis, particularly postmenopausal women.</li><li>Bone resorption inhibition: Gemidro Tablet works by inhibiting the activity of osteoclasts (bone-resorbing cells), thereby slowing down the breakdown of bone and maintaining bone density.</li><li>Postmenopausal osteoporosis management: Gemidro Tablet is used for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women who are at high risk of fractures.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Gemidro Tablet belongs to a group of medications called 'bisphosphonates' used to prevent post-menopausal osteoporosis. It is indicated in adults for the prevention of skeletal events such as pathological fractures and bone complications requiring surgery or radiotherapy in patients with bone metastases or breast cancer. Gemidro Tablet may also be used to lower hypercalcemia (higher levels of calcium in the blood). Gemidro Tablet contains 'Ibandronic acid', which suppresses the activity of osteoclasts and makes the bone stronger. It lowers the risk of getting a fracture and reduces pain in the bones. Gemidro Tablet may reverse bone loss by increasing bone mass and stopping more bone loss.

FAQs

What is the use of Gemidro Tablet?

Gemidro Tablet is used to prevent post-menopausal osteoporosis. It is indicated in adults for the prevention of skeletal events such as pathological fractures and bone complications requiring surgery or radiotherapy in patients with bone metastases or breast cancer.

How does Gemidro Tablet work?

Gemidro Tablet suppresses the activity of osteoclasts and makes the bone stronger. It lowers the risk of getting a fracture and reduces pain in the bones.

Can I lie down after taking Gemidro Tablet?

Do not lie down for 60 minutes after taking Gemidro Tablet, and avoid eating your first food of the day for at least 60 minutes after taking Gemidro Tablet. After taking Gemidro Tablet, wait for at least 60 minutes before you lie down; you may sit, walk, stand, or do normal activities like reading.

Does Gemidro Tablet cause osteonecrosis?

Gemidro Tablet may cause osteonecrosis (bone damage) of the jaw. A full dental check-up is advised before starting Gemidro Tablet. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as pain, swelling, redness of the gums, numbness or heaviness in the jaw, and loose teeth. If you are undergoing any dental work, inform the doctor that you are taking Gemidro Tablet.

Does Gemidro Tablet cause fracture of thigh bone?

Gemidro Tablet may cause unusual fractures of the thigh bone. Consult your doctor if you experience unusual pain in the hip, thigh or groin.

Does Gemidro Tablet cause hypocalcemia (low blood calcium levels)?

Gemidro Tablet may lower the calcium levels in the blood. Call your doctor immediately if you notice symptoms such as spasms, twitches, or cramps in the muscle, numbness, or tingling sensation in the fingers, toes or around the mouth.

Does Gemidro Tablet cause oesophagus problems?

Gemidro Tablet may cause problems with the oesophagus. To prevent this, take Gemidro Tablet precisely as prescribed by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you have chest pain, heartburn, trouble or pain while swallowing.