Gemidro 150mg Tablet
Alkem Laboratories Ltd

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USED FOR:
Osteoporosis

COMPOSITION:
Ibandronic Acid (150mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
pain analgesics

Related Warnings
SAFE
Alcohol
SAFE

It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Gemidro 150mg Tablet.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Gemidro 150mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Gemidro 150mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Gemidro 150mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Gemidro 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gemidro 150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.No dose adjustment is recommended for patients with mild or moderate renal impairment.

Liver

Gemidro 150mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gemidro 150mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Ibandronic Acid   150mg

Uses of Gemidro Tablet
Gemidro 150mg Tablet is used in the treatment of osteoporosisThis disease mostly occurs in women after menopause, but can sometimes be seen in men. It can also occur in patients receiving steroids.

How to use Gemidro Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gemidro 150mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Gemidro Tablet works
Gemidro 150mg Tablet is a bisphosphonate. It acts by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause the destruction of bone, thereby strengthening the bones and minimizing the risk of fractures.

Side Effects:

Common Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Headache, Heartburn, Difficulty in swallowing.

Expert advice for Gemidro Tablet
Take Gemidro in the morning on an empty stomach with water. Do not eat or drink for 30 minutes after taking Gemidro. Maintain an upright posture for 30 minutes after taking Gemidro. Inform your doctor if you experience pain in jaw, throat, chest, abdomen, hips or thighs. Inform your doctor if you are about to undergo any major dental procedures, as Gemidro may need to be discontinued temporarily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is Gemidro used for?
Gemidro is used to treat and prevent bones from becoming weak and brittle (osteoporosis) in menopausal women

Q. How does Gemidro work?
Gemidro belongs to a class of medication called bisphosphonates. It prevents breakdown of the bones. It also increases the density of the bones thus preventing osteoporosis. It is also used to treat high calcium levels in the blood due to secondary bone cancer and metastasis of bone due to breast cancer

Q. Is Gemidro a steroid?
Gemidro is not a steroid

Q. What is Gemidro 150 mg?
Gemidro 150 mg is a tablet which is to be taken once a month.