Elemental Calcium + Vitamin D3

General

Generic Details

Indications

This combination is used for treatment of osteoporosis, osteomalacia, rickets, tetany and in parathyroid disease. Calcium supplements are often used to ensure adequate dietary intake in conditions such as pregnancy & lactation, osteogenesis and tooth formation (adjunct with definite treatment) and therapy with anti-seizure medications. It is also used as routine supplement and phosphate binder in chronic renal failure.

Pharmacology

This is the preparation of Calcium Carbonate and Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol). Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of our body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Vitamin D3 helps for the absorption & reabsorption of Calcium. Vitamin D3 also stimulates bone formation. Clinical studies showed that Calcium and Vitamin D3 all together helps in bone growth, and in prevention of osteoporosis & bone fracture.

Dosage & Administration

Calcium 500 mg and Vitamin D3 200 IU Tablet: 2 tablets daily or 1 tablet twice daily. It is best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption. Calcium 500 mg and Vitamin D3 400 IU Tablet: 1 tablet twice daily. It is best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption.

Interaction

It has possible interaction with calcium, aluminium or magnesium containing antacids &  other calcium supplements, calcitriol & other vitamin D3 supplements; digoxin, tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline or oxytetracycline.

Contraindications

It is contraindicated in case of hypercalcaemia, hyperthyroidism, renal calculi & nephrolithiasis and Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.

Side Effects

It is generally well tolerated. If there is experience like nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, dry mouth, increased thirst, increased urination while taking, noticed to physicians. Constipation may occur.

Pregnancy & Lactation

This combination should be used as directed by physician during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.

Precautions & Warnings

If there is any pre-existing heart disease or kidney disease, precautions should be taken.

Overdose Effects

Symptoms of overdosage may include nausea and vomiting, severe drowsiness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, metallic taste, stomach cramps, diarrhea, headache, constipation.

Therapeutic Class

Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Storage Conditions

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.

Quick Facts

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Available Brands (128)

A-Cal D

500 mg+200 IU · ACME Laboratories Ltd.

A-Cal DX

500 mg+400 IU · ACME Laboratories Ltd.

Acical-D

500 mg+200 IU · ACI Limited

Acical-DX

600 mg+400 IU · ACI Limited

Adcal D

500 mg+200 IU · Amulet Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Ambeecal-D

500 mg+200 IU · Ambee Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Apocal-D

500 mg+200 IU · Apex Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Aristocal D

500 mg+200 IU · Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Beucal D

500 mg+200 IU · Jenphar Bangladesh Ltd.

Bonex-D

500 mg+200 IU · Cosmo Pharma Laboratories Ltd.

Boni D

500 mg+200 IU · Delta Pharma Ltd.

Bonmax D

500 mg+200 IU · Novelta Bestway Pharma Ltd.

Bonwell-D

500 mg+200 IU · Al-Madina Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Bpcal D

500 mg+200 IU · Bristol Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Bpcal D

500 mg+200 IU · Bristol Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Cadmin-D

500 mg+200 IU · General Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Cadolin

500 mg+200 IU · Jayson Pharmaceutical Ltd.

Cal D

500 mg+200 IU · Pacific Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Cal-D Zen

500 mg+200 IU · Zenith Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Calbo-D

500 mg+200 IU · Square Pharmaceuticals PLC

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