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Gemtide Delivery Device Pen is used to treat osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones). It contains Teriparatide which works by increasing bone strength and density. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, swelling/redness at the injection site, upset stomach, diarrhoea, and constipation. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

TERIPARATIDE-600MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Gemtide Delivery Device Pen

Gemtide Delivery Device Pen is a prescription medicine injected under the skin to treat severe osteoporosis in men and postmenopausal women who are at a high risk for bone fractures. It is also used to treat bone thinning caused by the long-term use of steroid medications. Gemtide Delivery Device Pen helps increase bone mass and strengthen bones, making them less likely to break.

You will need to inject Gemtide Delivery Device Pen once every day, and it is best to do this at around the same time each day. It can be injected with or without food. Along with Gemtide Delivery Device Pen, your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes such as eating a calcium-rich diet, taking vitamin D supplements, and engaging in light weight-bearing exercises to get the best results.

While using Gemtide Delivery Device Pen, some people may experience mild side effects like temporary dizziness or joint pain. However, you must contact your doctor immediately if you notice serious symptoms, such as signs of too much calcium in your blood, which include constant nausea, vomiting, constipation, or severe muscle weakness.

Before starting Gemtide Delivery Device Pen, tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney stones, bone cancer, Paget's disease, or radiation therapy involving your bones. Do not take this if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, a child or young adult whose bones are still growing, or if you have pre-existing high calcium levels in your blood.

Gemtide Delivery Device Pen may interact with certain heart drugs like digoxin, so a complete list of your current medications must be reviewed by your healthcare provider. It is also highly recommended that elderly patients or individuals with moderate kidney problems consult their doctor to ensure safe use.

Uses of Gemtide Delivery Device Pen

Gemtide Delivery Device Pen is used in the treatment of Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal osteoporosis. The detailed uses of Gemtide Delivery Device Pen are as follows:

  • Osteoporosis in postmenopausal women: Gemtide Delivery Device Pen helps increase bone density and significantly lowers the risk of spine and non-spine fractures in women who have gone through menopause.
  • Osteoporosis in men: Gemtide Delivery Device Pen is used to treat bone loss and build bone strength in men with primary or hypogonadal osteoporosis who are at a high risk of bone fractures.
  • Glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis: Gemtide Delivery Device Pen helps rebuild bone density in men and women who have developed bone thinning due to long-term use of steroid medicines (such as prednisone).

Key Benefits

Gemtide Delivery Device Pen helps strengthen bones and reduce the risk of fractures in people with osteoporosis and other conditions causing bone weakness. By promoting new bone formation, it supports improved mobility, independence, and long-term bone health.

Benefits may include:

  • Helps build new bone and increase bone strength.
  • Reduces the risk of fractures, particularly in the spine and other bones affected by osteoporosis.
  • Supports improved bone density and overall skeletal health.
  • Helps maintain mobility and independence during daily activities.
  • May help reduce pain and discomfort associated with osteoporosis-related fractures.
  • Promotes long-term bone health and improves overall quality of life.
Side effects of Gemtide Delivery Device Pen
  • Eat fatty fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids to reduce inflammation.
  • Add whole grains such as brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat bread to your diet for a nutritional boost.
  • Add nuts and seeds like almonds, walnuts, chia seeds for anti-inflammatory benefits.
  • Eat dark leafy greens like spinach, kale, collard greens for antioxidants.
  • Include berries like blueberries, strawberries, raspberries for anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Rest and take a break from usual activities.
  • Apply ice for 15-20 minutes, 3 times a day to reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Use compression with a stretchable bandage or wrap to lessen swelling and provide support.
  • Avoid strenuous activities and rest the affected area.
  • Try light stretching with gentle exercises to maintain flexibility.
  • Consider OTC pain medications like ibuprofen or acetaminophen but consult a doctor before taking any medication.
Here are the steps to manage Joint Pain caused by medication usage:
  • Please inform your doctor about joint pain symptoms, as they may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Your doctor may prescribe common pain relievers if necessary to treat joint discomfort.
  • Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is key to relieving joint discomfort. Regular exercise, such as low-impact sports like walking, cycling, or swimming, should be combined with a well-balanced diet. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night to assist your body in repairing and rebuilding tissue.
  • Applying heat or cold packs to the affected joint can help reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Please track when joint pain occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • If your joint pain is severe or prolonged, consult a doctor to rule out any underlying disorders that may require treatment.
  • Apply a hot/cold pack to the affected area.
  • Doing gentle exercises can help cope with pain by stretching muscles.
  • Get enough sleep. It helps enhance mood and lower pain sensitivity.
  • Avoid alcohol, smoking and tobacco as they can increase pain.
  • Follow a well-balanced meal.
  • Meditation and massages may also help with pain.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.

Directions for Use

  • Use Gemtide Delivery Device Pen as directed by your doctor or as per the labelled instructions.
  • It is recommended to administer Gemtide Delivery Device Pen once daily at the same time each day or as advised by your doctor.
  • Gemtide Delivery Device Pen should be administered subcutaneously (under the skin) into the abdomen or thigh.
  • Change the injection site each time to prevent the formation of hard lumps.

How Gemtide Delivery Device Pen Works

Gemtide Delivery Device Pen is a synthetic version of the naturally occurring parathyroid hormone found in your body. While most traditional osteoporosis medicines only work by slowing down bone loss, Gemtide Delivery Device Pen works differently by actively stimulating new bone formation. When injected daily, Gemtide Delivery Device Pen turns on bone-building cells called osteoblasts. This process increases bone mass, improves bone structure, and strengthens the overall skeleton, making your bones much more resistant to breaks and fractures.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Gemtide Delivery Device Pen. Alcohol intake, along with Gemtide Delivery Device Pen, may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is advised not to take Gemtide Delivery Device Pen if you are pregnant unless prescribed by the doctor as Gemtide Delivery Device Pen is a pregnancy category C drug. Your doctor will prescribe Gemtide Delivery Device Pen only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It isn’t known if Gemtide Delivery Device Pen passes into breast milk. If it does, it may cause side effects in a child who is breastfed. Talk to your doctor if you breastfeed your child.

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Driving

Caution

It may cause dizziness, fatigue and blurring of vision; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel drowsy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Gemtide Delivery Device Pen should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Tell your doctor if you have kidney disorders as after checking the health condition, a doctor will decide that this medicine is safe to prescribe or not.

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Children

Caution

Gemtide Delivery Device Pen should not be given to children or adolescents whose age is less than 18 years. Safety and effectiveness have not been established.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease before using Gemtide Delivery Device Pen. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available for use of Gemtide Delivery Device Pen in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Gemtide Delivery Device Pen

If you inject more than your prescribed dose, seek immediate medical attention or contact a poison control center. Symptoms of an overdose may include severe dizziness, nausea, vomiting, or a sudden drop in blood pressure when standing up.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Ensure adequate calcium and vitamin D intake: Include enough calcium- and vitamin D-rich foods in your diet or take supplements if recommended by your doctor, as these nutrients are essential for building new bone while using Gemtide Delivery Device Pen.
  • Engage in weight-bearing exercise: Participate in regular low-impact activities such as walking, dancing, or climbing stairs to help strengthen bones and improve balance.
  • Avoid smoking and limit alcohol: Do not smoke and limit alcohol consumption, as both can interfere with bone formation and weaken bones over time.
  • Prevent falls at home: Make your home safer by removing loose rugs, keeping walkways free of clutter, and ensuring hallways and bathrooms are well lit to help reduce the risk of falls and fractures.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Gemtide Delivery Device Pen to start to work: Gemtide Delivery Device Pen ideally shows its action within 30 minutes after administration. The time for which the effects of Gemtide Delivery Device Pen last: The duration of action for Gemtide Delivery Device Pen is clinically unknown.

What if you forget to take Gemtide Delivery Device Pen

If you miss your daily injection, inject it as soon as you remember on that same day. However, if you do not realize it until the next day, skip the missed dose entirely and inject your regular dose at your usual time. Do not inject more than once on the same day to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

• Store your Gemtide Delivery Device Pen injection pen in the refrigerator at a temperature between 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F).

Drug Warnings

  • Inspect the solution before use: Always check the Gemtide Delivery Device Pen solution before injecting. It should be completely clear and colorless. Do not use it if it appears cloudy, discolored, or contains particles.
  • Take the first doses with caution: Inject your first few doses in a place where you can sit or lie down, as some people may experience temporary dizziness or a fast heartbeat after the injection.
  • Rotate injection sites regularly: Change the injection site each day by alternating between the thigh and lower abdomen to help reduce skin irritation, bruising, and discomfort.
  • Do not share your injection device: Never share your Gemtide Delivery Device Pen pen or needles with anyone else, even if the needle has been changed, as this may spread infections.
  • Store the pen correctly: Return the pen to the refrigerator immediately after each use to help maintain the medicine's stability and effectiveness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Heart medicines (e.g., digoxin): Gemtide Delivery Device Pen may temporarily increase calcium levels in the blood, which can raise the risk of digoxin toxicity and irregular heartbeats. Your doctor may monitor you more closely during treatment.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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  • No clinically significant food interactions are known with Gemtide Delivery Device Pen when used as directed.
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Therapeutic Class

[BONE ENHANCERS]

FAQs

Gemtide Delivery Device Pen is used to treat osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones).
Gemtide Delivery Device Pen contains Teriparatide is a synthetic form of a natural human hormone called parathyroid hormone (PTH). It works by increasing the number and activity of bone-forming cells (osteoblasts). This strengthens the bones and minimizes the risk of fractures.
Gemtide Delivery Device Pen can cause kidney stones due to excess calcium deposition when used for a prolonged period. Please consult your doctor before taking Gemtide Delivery Device Pen as a daily supplement if you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones.
Persons whose age is more than 35 years have low estrogen levels, female reaching menopause, too much consumption of alcohol, tobacco, or caffeine, use of glucocorticoid and lack of calcium and vitamin D in the foods are some of the factors that can increase the risk of osteoporosis.
Gemtide Delivery Device Pen is a part of a complete program that includes modifications in diet, regular exercise, bone mineral density testing and intake of calcium and vitamin supplements. Follow all the guidelines given by the doctor very closely.
Yes, Gemtide Delivery Device Pen may increase serum calcium, urinary calcium, and serum uric acid. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Gemtide Delivery Device Pen.
You are not recommended to stop taking Gemtide Delivery Device Pen without consulting your doctor, as stopping early might affect the treatment's effectiveness. Always follow your doctor’s instructions.
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become thin and weak. The risk of developing it grows with age, after menopause, or from long-term use of corticosteroid medications like prednisone.
Gemtide Delivery Device Pen is not a steroid, it belongs to a class of medications called anabolic (promoting bone formation) agent.
Store Gemtide Delivery Device Pen in a sterile, airtight tamper-proof container at a temperature of 2°C -8°C. Do not freeze.
Gemtide Delivery Device Pen is not advised to use in some patients dealing with hyperparathyroidism, malignancy (cancer), metabolic bone disorder, or orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure when standing up from sitting or lying down), renal impairment, urolithiasis (stone formation in the bladder or urinary tract). However, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
You are recommended to inform your doctor about any other medications, or supplements, you are using before starting Gemtide Delivery Device Pen. This ensures potential interactions or side effects are avoided. Always follow your doctor’s guidance when combining treatments.
Gemtide Delivery Device Pen has side effects such as nausea, joint pain, vomiting, leg cramps, swelling, upset stomach, diarrhoea, constipation, running nose, cough, and throat infection. These are temporary and do not require any medical treatment as they gradually reduce over time. Please, consult a doctor if these side effects persist.
It is highly recommended to inject your first few doses of Gemtide Delivery Device Pen in a setting where you can sit or lie down immediately. Some people experience temporary dizziness or a fast heartbeat shortly after injecting, which usually passes quickly. Talk to your doctor if this continues.
Yes, you can travel with Gemtide Delivery Device Pen, but you must keep it cold. Use a travel cooler bag with ice packs to keep the pen refrigerated between 2°C to 8°C. Do not allow the pen to freeze or sit in direct sunlight. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for specific travel tips.
Clinical guidelines suggest that Gemtide Delivery Device Pen should typically be used for a maximum of two years over your lifetime. Your doctor will determine the exact duration of your treatment. Talk to your doctor to understand your specific treatment plan.
Do not inject the medicine if the liquid is cloudy, colored, or contains visible floating particles. This could mean the medicine is no longer safe or effective. Discard the pen and use a new one, or talk to your pharmacist for assistance.
No, you must use a new, sterile needle for every single injection. Reusing needles increases the risk of serious skin infections, blocked needles, and inaccurate dosing. Talk to your pharmacist if you need more needles.
Gemtide Delivery Device Pen does not cure osteoporosis, but it works to build new bone, increase bone mineral density, and lower your risk of fractures. Your doctor may transition you to a different medication after your treatment is complete. Talk to your doctor about your long-term bone health plan.
No, you must not use Gemtide Delivery Device Pen if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. If you suspect you are pregnant while using Gemtide Delivery Device Pen, stop injecting it immediately and talk to your doctor.
You can inject Gemtide Delivery Device Pen at any time of day, with or without food. The most important factor is consistency; try to inject it at around the same time every day to keep a steady level of the medicine in your body. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you need help setting up a routine.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
Other Info - GEM0252
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