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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Gemking HD Tablet is used to treat and prevent nutritional deficiencies. It provides essential nutrients, strengthens the bones, regulates vital metabolic functions and aids development. In some cases, it may cause side effects such as stomach upset, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Gemking HD Tablet

Gemking HD Tablet is used to treat and prevent nutritional deficiencies such as calcium deficiency (low calcium levels), osteoporosis (weak bones), osteomalacia (softening of bones due to low calcium), and post-menopausal osteoporosis. A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body fails to absorb or obtain sufficient nutrients from food.
 
Gemking HD Tablet contains Calcium, L-methylfolate calcium, Mecobalamin, Pyridoxal-5-phosphate, and vitamin D3. It helps make bones stronger by increasing their density, aids in the proper functioning of the brain and nerves, and promotes the production of red blood cells. Together, Gemking HD Tablet helps in treating nutritional deficiencies.
 
Gemking HD Tablet is likely safe to consume. In some cases, it may cause common side effects like constipation, stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, weakness, tiredness, and headache. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, you are advised to talk to a doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Take Gemking HD Tablet as advised. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. You can take Gemking HD Tablet with or without food. It is recommended not to exceed the recommended dose of Gemking HD Tablet . Do not chew, crush or break the medicine.
 
Inform your physician if you are allergic to Gemking HD Tablet . Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines or herbal products before starting Gemking HD Tablet . Consult your doctor before taking Gemking HD Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gemking HD Tablet should not be given to children unless advised by a doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Gemking HD Tablet . 

Uses of Gemking HD Tablet

Gemking HD Tablet is used to prevent and treat calcium and vitamin D deficiencies and support bone health. The detailed uses of Gemking HD Tablet are as follows:

  • Treatment and Prevention of Osteoporosis: Gemking HD Tablet helps improve bone strength and lowers the risk of fractures, particularly in older adults and postmenopausal women.
  • Support for Bone Growth: Gemking HD Tablet aids healthy bone development in children and adolescents during growth phases.
  • Correction of Calcium and Vitamin D Deficiency: Gemking HD Tablet is used for individuals with insufficient dietary intake, limited exposure to sunlight, or absorption problems caused by conditions like chronic kidney disease.
  • Supplement in Bone Disorders: Gemking HD Tablet assists in the management of bone diseases such as rickets, osteomalacia, and hypoparathyroidism.
  • Relief of Muscle Cramps (Latent Tetany): Gemking HD Tablet helps reduce muscle spasms and cramps caused by low blood calcium levels.
  • Management of Vitamin D Deficiency: Gemking HD Tablet treats disorders related to vitamin D deficiency, which can affect immunity and bone structure.

Directions for Use

  • Gemking HD Tablet 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.
  • Swallow Gemking HD Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Gemking HD Tablet is a combination of five supplements used to treat and prevent nutritional deficiencies such as calcium deficiency, osteoporosis, osteomalacia, and post-menopausal osteoporosis.
  • Calcium makes bones stronger by increasing their density. It helps in treating and preventing low calcium levels.
  • Vitamin D3 helps in the absorption of calcium from the stomach.
  • Mecobalamin helps in the proper functioning of the brain and nerves and the production of red blood cells.
  • Pyridoxal-5-phosphate helps in regulating essential metabolic functions.
  • L-methylfolate calcium helps in producing new blood cells and prevents low folate levels.

How Gemking HD Tablet Works

Gemking HD Tablet contains Calcium, L-methylfolate calcium, Mecobalamin, Pyridoxal-5-phosphate, and vitamin D3. Calcium makes bones stronger by increasing their density. Vitamin D3 helps in the absorption of calcium from the stomach. Mecobalamin helps in the proper functioning of the brain, nerves, and the production of red blood cells. Pyridoxal-5-phosphate helps in regulating essential metabolic functions. L-methylfolate calcium helps in producing new blood cells and prevents low folate levels. Together, Gemking HD Tablet helps in treating nutritional deficiencies.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Gemking HD Tablet out of reach and sight of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Gemking HD Tablet

Take Gemking HD Tablet only as advised by the physician. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause serious side effects. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Gemking HD Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. 
  • Inform your doctor if you have hypercalcaemia (high level of calcium in the blood), hypercalciuria (excess calcium in the urine), nephrocalcinosis (excess calcium deposition in the kidneys), nephrolithiasis (kidney stones), hypervitaminosis D (excess vitamin D), sarcoidosis, bowel disease, anaemia, malabsorption, low levels of potassium in blood, kidney or liver problems.
  • Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Calcium carbonatePatiromer calcium
Severe

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How does the drug interact with Gemking HD Tablet:
Co-administration of Gemking HD Tablet may interfere with the absorption of Gefitinib and reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Gemking HD Tablet can be taken with Gefitinib if prescribed by the doctor. However, Gefitinib and Gemking HD Tablet should not be taken orally at the same time. Maintain a gap of 2-6 hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Calcium carbonatePatiromer calcium
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gemking HD Tablet:
Co-administration of Gemking HD Tablet may lower the effectiveness of Patiromer calcium in binding potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Gemking HD Tablet can be taken with Patiromer calcium if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as metabolic alkalosis like nausea, vomiting, tremor, muscle twitching, lightheadedness, numbness or tingling, prolonged muscle spasms, slowed breathing, irregular heartbeat, and confusion. Do not discontinue the medication without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Gemking HD Tablet:
Co-administration of Gemking HD Tablet may interfere with the absorption of Raltegravir and reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Gemking HD Tablet with Raltegravir should be avoided. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns, the doctor may recommend alternatives that do not interact with raltegravir. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Gemking HD Tablet:
Co-administration of Dolutegravir with Gemking HD Tablet can reduce the effectiveness of dolutegravir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Gemking HD Tablet can be taken with dolutegravir if prescribed by the doctor. However, dolutegravir and Gemking HD Tablet should not be taken orally at the same time. Maintain a gap of 2-6 hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Gemking HD Tablet:
Co-administration of Gemking HD Tablet and Digoxin may increase the calcium levels may increase the effects of Digoxin

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Gemking HD Tablet can be taken with Digoxin if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Gemking HD Tablet:
Co-administration of Gemking HD Tablet with Ketoconazole may decrease the effects of Ketoconazole.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Gemking HD Tablet can be taken with Ketoconazole if prescribed by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 2 or more hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Gemking HD Tablet:
Taking Cholecalciferol together with Sucralfate may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Cholecalciferol and Sucralfate, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Gemking HD Tablet:
Co-administration of Cholecalciferol and Calcitriol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Gemking HD Tablet and calcitriol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolParicalcitol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gemking HD Tablet:
The combined use of cholecalciferol and paricalcitol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Gemking HD Tablet and paricalcitol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolAluminium hydroxide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Gemking HD Tablet:
The combined use of aluminum hydroxide with Gemking HD Tablet may increase the risk of toxicity.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Gemking HD Tablet with Aluminium hydroxide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like bone pain, muscle weakness, anemia, seizures, or dementia, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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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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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a well-balanced diet.
  • Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health. 
  • Rest well, get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Meditation and yoga can help lower stress.
  • Avoid processed and fried food. 

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No

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT

Gemking HD Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Gemking HD Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will recommend only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor before taking Gemking HD Tablet ; your doctor will decide whether Gemking HD Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

It is unknown whether Gemking HD Tablet affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Limited data is available regarding the usage of Gemking HD Tablet in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Limited data is available regarding the usage of Gemking HD Tablet in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Limited data is available regarding the usage of Gemking HD Tablet in children, so please consult a doctor.

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FAQs

Gemking HD Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called nutritional supplements used to treat and prevent dietary deficiencies such as calcium deficiency, osteoporosis, osteomalacia, and post-menopausal osteoporosis.

Gemking HD Tablet contains Calcium, L-methylfolate calcium, Mecobalamin, Pyridoxal-5-phosphate, and vitamin D3. Calcium makes bones stronger by increasing their density. It helps in treating and preventing low calcium levels. Vitamin D3 helps in the absorption of calcium from the stomach. Mecobalamin helps in the proper functioning of the brain, nerves, and the production of red blood cells. Pyridoxal-5-phosphate helps in regulating essential metabolic functions. L-methylfolate calcium helps in producing new blood cells and prevents low folate levels. Together, Gemking HD Tablet helps in treating nutritional deficiencies.

Avoid taking more than one multivitamin product at the same time unless advised by the doctor. Taking similar nutritional supplement products together can lead to a vitamin overdose or serious side effects.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Gemking HD Tablet for as long as your doctor has advised it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Gemking HD Tablet .

Gemking HD Tablet can be taken with antibiotics if advised by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 2-4 hours between Gemking HD Tablet and antibiotic medicines, as taking them together might decrease their effectiveness.

Gemking HD Tablet is used to treat calcium deficiency such as osteoporosis, osteomalacia, post-menopausal osteoporosis, and maintenance of bone health. It also helps in lowering the levels of homocysteine to normal, thereby reducing the risk of fractures.

Gemking HD Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. However, an imbalance in metabolism may occur due to excessive intake of Gemking HD Tablet which could lead to changes in weight. Therefore, take Gemking HD Tablet only as advised by the doctor.

Gemking HD Tablet can be taken in the morning or at night as per your doctor's advice based on your health status.

Shelcal contains calcium carbonate and vitamin D3 used to treat calcium deficiency and support bone health. Whereas, Gemking HD Tablet contains calcium, l-methyl folate calcium, mecobalamin, pyridoxal-5-phosphate, and vitamin D3 which help treat nutritional deficiencies along with bone health.

The most common side effects of Gemking HD Tablet are stomach upset, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

204, 2nd Floor, G-Corp Tech Park, Kasarvadavali, Near Hypercity, Ghodbandar Road, Thane (West) - 400615. ,Maharashtra, India
Other Info - GEM0242

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