PRODUCT DETAILS

About Gemtide Injection

TERIPARATIDE belongs to the class of medication called 'anabolic (promoting bone formation) agent' indicated for prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in adults and helps to strengthen the bone. This medicine also helps to reduce the risk of spine and hip fractures. Osteoporosis is a medical condition in which bone becomes thin or weak. The chance of developing osteoporosis increases with age, after menopause or by taking corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for a long period of time. If proper treatment is not provided then it can even result in broken bones.

TERIPARATIDE contains Teriparatide is a synthetic form of the human parathyroid hormone, which helps to regulate calcium metabolism. TERIPARATIDE works by causing the body to build new bone and by increasing bone strength and bone mass density (BMD) (thickness) and reduce the risk of fractures by stimulating bone formation. It also increases the thickness of bone and rebuilds bones which reduces the risk of spine and hip fractures.

Uses of Gemtide Injection

Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal osteoporosis

Medicinal Benefits of Gemtide Injection

TERIPARATIDE is a synthetic form of a natural human hormone called parathyroid hormone (PTH) that is prescribed to prevent and treat osteoporosis in persons with weak bones. It prevents the loss of bones that happen after menopause and helps to rebuild bones. TERIPARATIDE contains Teriparatide that works by causing the body to build new bone and by increasing bone strength and bone mass density (BMD) (thickness) and reduce the risk of fractures by stimulating bone formation. It also increases the thickness of bone and rebuilds bones which reduces the risk of spine and hip fractures. TERIPARATIDE is also indicated for the treatment of increasing bone mass in people with osteoporosis, glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis.

Directions for Use

Use TERIPARATIDE only when prescribed by a doctor. Always take TERIPARATIDE exactly as your doctor advised you. Injection: It can be given in under the skin (subcutaneous injection) in the thigh or abdomen. Do not self administer. Any trained healthcare professional will administer it.

Side Effects of Gemtide Injection

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Joint pain,
• Leg cramps
• Swelling/redness at the injection site
• Feeling dizzy, tired, or weak
• Upset stomach
• Diarrhea 
• Constipation
• Runny nose
• Cough
• Throat irritation

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

TERIPARATIDE may interact with a medicine used to treat heart disease (digoxin, digitalis), medication is used to treat psoriasis (calcitriol topical, calcipotriene topical), water pills (furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking TERIPARATIDE. Alcohol intake, along with TERIPARATIDE, may cause increased drowsiness.

 

PREGNANCY

It is advised not to take TERIPARATIDE if you are pregnant unless prescribed by the doctor as TERIPARATIDE is a pregnancy category C drug.

DRIVING

It may cause dizziness, fatigue and blurring of vision; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel drowsy.

 

LIVER

Dose adjustment may be needed. TERIPARATIDE should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease.