Gretacal
Gretacal Products are primarily used for
Calcium deficiency
About Gretacal Products
Uses of Gretacal Products
Calcium Gluconate+Calcium Lactobionate is used in the treatment of calcium deficiency.
Gretacal Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Gretacal is Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness).
How Gretacal Products work
Calcium Gluconate + Calcium Lactobionate is a nutritional supplement containing two calcium salts: Calcium Gluconate + Calcium Lactobionate1 and Calcium Gluconate + Calcium Lactobionate2 which treat calcium deficiency. Calcium is a mineral, essential for several body functions, including the formation of strong bones. It is also necessary for nerve, muscle and heart function as well as for certain hormonal functions.
Patient Concerns about Gretacal Products
Frequently asked questions about Gretacal Products
Frequently asked questions about Gretacal Products
Q. What is Gretacal Injection used for in simple terms?
Gretacal Injection is used to treat low calcium levels in the blood, especially when quick correction is needed in a hospital or emergency setting.
Q. Why are two types of calcium used in Gretacal Injection?
Combining calcium gluconate and calcium lactobionate in Gretacal Injection allows for stable delivery of calcium into the bloodstream, helping maintain consistent levels with fewer side effects during infusion.
Q. How fast does Gretacal Injection work after being given through a vein?
Since Gretacal Injection is delivered directly into the bloodstream, calcium levels can start improving within minutes, with symptom relief often seen shortly after.
Q. Can Gretacal Injection be used during dialysis or kidney treatments?
Yes, Gretacal Injection may be used under supervision to manage calcium imbalances in patients undergoing dialysis, especially when oral supplements are not enough.
Q. Can Gretacal Injection help after thyroid or parathyroid surgery?
Yes, Gretacal Injection is commonly used post-surgery when the parathyroid glands are affected and can not regulate calcium, leading to sudden drops in blood calcium levels.
Q. What if my symptoms do not improve after receiving Gretacal Injection?
If there is no improvement in the symptoms after receiving Gretacal Injection, your doctor will reassess calcium levels, check for other imbalances (like magnesium or vitamin D), and adjust treatment as needed.
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Gretacal Injection
ampoule of 10 ml Injection
MRP
₹75.76
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