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Introduction to Gemcal Nasal Spray 3.7ml
Gemcal Nasal Spray should be used as you have been advised by your doctor. Normally you should blow your nose gently before using it, keep one nostril closed while applying the medicine into the other, and then sniff hard to make sure it reaches deep into the nose. Then repeat for the other nostril. You should take adequate supplements of calcium and vitamin D while on the treatment of this medicine to make it more effective.
The most common side effects of this medicine include runny nose, nose bleed, back pain, joint pain, headache, and other nose symptoms such as itching, irritation, and discomfort. These are usually mild but if they bother you or do not go away, your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before taking the medicine.
The most common side effects of this medicine include runny nose, nose bleed, back pain, joint pain, headache, and other nose symptoms such as itching, irritation, and discomfort. These are usually mild but if they bother you or do not go away, your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before taking the medicine.
Safety Advice for Gemcal Nasal Spray 3.7ml
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
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Gemcal Nasal Spray may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Gemcal Nasal Spray is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
How Gemcal Nasal Spray 3.7ml works
Gemcal Nasal Spray is a calcitonin receptor agonist. It acts by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause destruction of bone, thereby strengthening the bones and minimizing the risk of fractures.
How To Use Gemcal Nasal Spray 3.7ml
- Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose. As you spray, breath gently and keep the head upright. Repeat the same process for the other nostrils.
Benefits Of Gemcal Nasal Spray 3.7ml
- Osteoporosis is a common condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It often occurs in women after menopause. This condition can be treated with bone-strengthening medicines. Gemcal Nasal Spray slows down the rate at which bone is broken down in your body. This maintains bone density and reduces your risk of breaking a bone. Use it as advised by the doctor and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.
- Paget’s disease is a condition that disrupts the replacement of old bone tissue with new bone tissue. Gemcal Nasal Spray decreases the bone degeneration and helps in regeneration of healthy bone tissue. You can help improve the strength of your bones by doing regular exercise (especially weight-bearing exercise), eating healthy foods containing calcium and Vitamin D and reducing your consumption of alcohol and tobacco. Supplements of calcium and Vitamin D3 are also effective.
Side Effects Of Gemcal Nasal Spray 3.7ml
- Runny nose
- Nosebleeds
- Nasal irritation
- Back pain
- Joint pain
- Headache
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FAQ's on Gemcal Nasal Spray 3.7ml
Does calcitonin nasal spray need to be refrigerated?
Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. Store unopened calcitonin nasal in the refrigerator but do not allow it to freeze. Once you put the bottle and pump assembly together, you may keep the medicine at room temperature, away from light and heat. Store the bottle upright with the pump attached.
Is it fine to use Gemcal in pregnant women?
Generally, Gemcal is not recommended for pregnant women. However, enough evidence is not available to suggest risk associated with the use of Gemcal causing birth defects or miscarriage in pregnant women. Gemcal should be used in pregnant women with utmost caution. It is used only if the prescribing doctor finds potential benefit to be much larger than the risk involved.
How much does calcitonin cost?
CALCITONIN is a hormone. It helps control calcium in the body. It is used to treat Pagets disease, osteoporosis, and hypercalcemia. The lowest GoodRx price for the most common version of calcitonin salmon is around $25.15, 75% off the average retail price of $104.26.
Can Gemcal reduce the calcium levels in blood?
Yes, Gemcal can reduce the levels of calcium in the blood. If the calcium levels in your blood drop down severely then it can present with numbness or tingling in your fingers, toes, or around your mouth. The blood calcium levels need to be monitored in such cases. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience any such symptoms.
What are the side effects of calcitonin?
Nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, or flushing may occur. Using this medication at bedtime may help to decrease these side effects. Swelling/redness at injection site, a salty taste in mouth, increased urination, or loss of appetite may also occur.
Does Gemcal increase bone density?
Gemcal contains calcitonin which is a hormone that is naturally produced by the thyroid gland and is responsible for maintaining calcium balance in the body. Gemcal decreases the bone loss and damage in patients with osteoporosis. In some cases, it also helps in bone formation by activating the bone forming cells, thereby increasing the bone density.
Does Gemcal need to be refrigerated?
Yes, an unopened bottle of Gemcal need to be refrigerated. It should be kept at a temperature between 2°C and 8°C. Do not freeze. After opening the bottle of Gemcal, store it at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C.
How long does it take for calcitonin to work?
Calcitonin nasal spray is rapidly absorbed with a maximum time to peak effect of 13 minutes. It has a short half-life (18 minutes); however, its effects are long-lasting and once-daily dosing is effective for the treatment of osteoporosis.
What causes calcitonin to be released?
The secretion of both calcitonin and parathyroid hormone is determined by the level of calcium in the blood. When levels of calcium in the blood increase, calcitonin is secreted in higher quantities. When levels of calcium in the blood decrease, this causes the amount of calcitonin secreted to decrease too.
How should I use Gemcal?
Follow the directions given by your prescriber and do ask him in case of any doubts. Usually, it is to be given in single nostril once daily. To start with we take 1 spray in left nostril on day 1, followed by right nostril on the second day. Continue to take the medicine inside the nose by switching nostrils every alternate day. Each bottle is set to deliver 30 doses. Do not use the bottle after 30 days.
When should I use nasal spray?
A: Nasal sprays are often used to treat symptoms of allergies and colds such as congestion, sneezing, and runny nose. But they can be used for other purposes as well. For instance, Tamiflu nasal spray, which contains the drug oseltamivir, can be used to treat the flu.
What is calcitonin nasal spray used for?
Calcitonin salmon is used to treat osteoporosis in women who are at least 5 years past menopause and cannot or do not want to take estrogen products. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break more easily. Calcitonin is a human hormone that is also found in salmon.
What happens if you have too much calcitonin?
If too much calcitonin is found in the blood, it may be a sign of a type of thyroid cancer called medullary thyroid cancer (MTC). High levels may also be a sign of other thyroid diseases that can put you at a higher risk for getting MTC.
Why did Canada ban calcitonin?
Health Canada says a nasal spray for treating osteoporosis that contains the drug calcitonin will be taken off the market on October 1 due to an increased risk of cancer. A safety review by the federal department found a slightly elevated risk of cancer linked with prolonged use of calcitonin products.
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