Calton 300 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 0.29 (100's pack: ৳ 29.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Calcium lactate |
| Company | Salton pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of calcium deficiency
- Used in glowing children, lactating and pregnant mothers
- Removes symptoms associated with hypocalcemia
- Treats paresthesia, carpopedal spasm, muscle cramps
- Reduces muscle excitability leading to tetany, convulsion, mental changes, dermatitis, and ECG changes
Pharmacology
- Supplements dietary calcium
- Neutralizes gastric acid in peptic ulcer disease
- Sequesters phosphorus in the intestine
- Reduces total body phosphate accumulation in chronic renal failure
- Supports the deposition of calcium phosphate in bone and soft tissue
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: 1-2 tablets (300 mg-600 mg) daily
- Children over 3 years: 1 tablet (300 mg) daily
- Pregnant women: 3-4 tablets (900-1200 mg) daily
- Duration: During third trimester and lactation
Interaction
- May reduce the efficacy of calcium-channel blockers
- Concurrent admin of IV calcium salt with cardiac glycosides may lead to serious adverse events
- Increased risk of hypercalcemia when used with thiazide diuretics
- May reduce absorption of tetracycline, alendronate, atenolol, iron, quinolone antibiotics, sodium fluoride, and zinc
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with hypercalcemia associated with sarcoidosis and bone metastasis of neoplastic process
Side Effects
- May cause gastrointestinal irritation
- May cause constipation (rare)
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution for use in patients with impaired renal function
- Caution for use in patients with cardiac disease
- Caution for use in patients with sarcoidosis
Therapeutic Class
- Minerals in bone formation
- Specific mineral preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Keep away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children