Gemcal Suspension 120 ml

Your doctor may prescribe Gemcal Suspension to help manage the following conditions:

• Osteoporosis: Helps preserve bone density and reduce the risk of fractures in individuals with thinning, fragile bones.
• Hypocalcemia: Restores and maintains normal calcium levels in the body when dietary intake is insufficient.
• Osteomalacia or Rickets: Supports proper bone mineralisation to soften and strengthen weak or malformed bones.
• Hypoparathyroidism: Manages calcium levels when the parathyroid glands are underactive and cannot produce enough hormone to regulate calcium naturally.

When used as directed as part of your treatment plan, this medicine may provide the following benefits:

• Supports Strong Bones: This medication provides direct support to your skeletal system, helping you maintain strong bones and reducing the risk of painful bone thinning or unexpected fractures. By ensuring your body has enough calcium, it helps preserve the structural integrity of your skeleton as you age.
• Supports Healthy Muscles & Nerves: Beyond bone health, this suspension supports daily physical comfort by ensuring proper nerve signalling and muscle function. This can help prevent uncomfortable muscle cramps, spasms, and weakness, allowing for smoother, pain-free movement. Ultimately, keeping your bones and muscles healthy helps you stay active, independent, and secure in your daily physical activities.

• Gemcal Suspension can be taken with or without food as advised by the doctor.
• Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
• Take the recommended dose of Gemcal Suspension using the measuring cup.
• Shake well before use.

• Bone-Healthy Diet: Eat a balanced diet rich in natural sources of bone-supporting nutrients, such as dairy products, leafy green vegetables, and fortified foods.
• Weight-Bearing Exercise: Engage in regular, low-impact, weight-bearing exercises like walking or light strength training to help stimulate bone growth and maintain density.
• Limit Caffeine & Alcohol: Limit your intake of caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated beverages, as these can interfere with how your body absorbs and uses calcium.
• Stay Hydrated: Stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day, which helps protect your kidneys and reduces the risk of kidney stones.
• Quit Smoking: Avoid smoking, as tobacco use can accelerate bone loss and decrease the effectiveness of your bone health treatments.

• Shake Well Before Use: Always shake the bottle well before every use to prevent the medication from settling unevenly at the bottom.
• Check Before Use: Check the colour and consistency of the suspension before taking it; do not use it if you notice unusual clumping or discolouration.
• Follow-Up Monitoring: Keep all follow-up appointments with your doctor for scheduled blood and urine tests, as these checks are necessary to monitor your calcium levels.
• Antacid Interaction: Avoid taking antacids that contain magnesium at the same time as this medication, as this can interfere with your treatment.
• Medical Test Alert: Inform any healthcare provider or laboratory staff that you are taking this medication, as it can occasionally affect certain medical test results.