Gemfos 150 Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Risedronate (150 mg)
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    Gemfos 150 Tablet Information

    Gemfos 150 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Post Menopausal Osteoporosis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Gemfos 150 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

    The optimal dosage of Gemfos 150 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

    Common side effects of Gemfos 150 Tablet include Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gemfos 150 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gemfos 150 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

    In addition, Gemfos 150 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gemfos 150 Tablet related warnings talks about Gemfos 150 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

    Gemfos 150 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gemfos 150 Tablet in conditions like Infections, Gastritis, Peptic Ulcer. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gemfos 150 Tablet contraindications section.

    Additionally, Gemfos 150 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

    In addition to the above precautions for Gemfos 150 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



    Gemfos 150 Tablet Benefits & Uses

    Gemfos 150 Tablet is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Gemfos 150 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

    This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

    Find the right dosage based on disease and age

    Age Group Dosage
    Adult
    • Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
    • Before or After Meal: Before meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
    • Before or After Meal: Before meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

    Gemfos 150 Tablet Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Gemfos 150 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


      Gemfos shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

      Severe
    • Is the use of Gemfos 150 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


      If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gemfos. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

      Moderate
    • What is the effect of Gemfos 150 Tablet on the Kidneys?


      Kidney can be affected by Gemfos. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

      Moderate
    • What is the effect of Gemfos 150 Tablet on the Liver?


      Gemfos is rarely harmful for the liver.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Gemfos 150 Tablet on the Heart?


      Gemfos has very mild side effects on the heart.

      Mild


    Gemfos 150 Tablet Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gemfos 150 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Gemfos 150 Tablet

    • Is this Gemfos 150 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


      Gemfos 150 Tablet does not cause addiction.

      No
    • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


      Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Gemfos 150 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but consume Gemfos 150 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      There is no benefit of taking Gemfos 150 Tablet for mental disorders.

      No

    Gemfos 150 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Gemfos 150 Tablet


      Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Gemfos 150 Tablet and food will interact.

      Unknown
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Gemfos 150 Tablet


      No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gemfos 150 Tablet with alcohol will be.

      Unknown


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience



    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Actonel® (risedronate sodium)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 1099-1102

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1099-1102



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