Isocal 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 1.86 (30's pack: ৳ 55.80)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Elemental calcium |
| Company | Doctors chemical works ltd |
Title
- Isocal Calcium Carbonate Tablets
Categories
- Medicine
- Health & Personal Care
- Digestive Health
- Minerals & Supplements
- Antacids
Description
- Calcium carbonate tablets used for treating or preventing calcium depletion in various health conditions.
Dosage form
- Tablet
Dosage strength
- 250 mg
- 500 mg
- 1000 mg
Indication
- Treatment of calcium depletion
- Prevention of calcium deficiency
- Management of hyperacidity
- Relief of acid indigestion
- Treatment of heartburn
- Management of upset stomach
Pharmacology
- Reacts with gastric acid to produce a salt and water
- Diminishes the activity of pepsin in gastric secretion
- Up to 30% of oral calcium load may be absorbed
Recommended dosage
- Adult: 540-2000 mg/day
- Children: Half of adult dosage
- Pregnancy and lactation: 1200-1500 mg/day
- Chronic renal failure: 2.5-9.0 gm/day
Interaction
- May enhance cardiac effects of digoxin
- Interferes with absorption of tetracycline preparations
- Modification of vitamin D therapy in chronic renal failure
Contraindications
- Hypercalcaemia
- Hypercalciuria
- Nephrolithiasis
- Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
- Concomitant digoxin therapy
Side effects
- Irritating to GI tract
- May cause constipation
- Rarely produces hypercalcaemia
Special populations
- Safe and effective in children with chronic renal failure
- Constipation may be troublesome in elderly with renal failure
Pregnancy and lactation
- Widely used in pregnancy for calcium supplementation and antacid therapy
- Can be used in lactating women
Therapeutic class
- Minerals in bone formation
- Specific mineral preparations
Storage conditions
- Store in cool, dry place in controlled room temperature
Color options
- White
Packaging type
- Bottle
- Blister pack
Usability features
- Oral administration
Manufacturer
- ABC Pharmaceuticals
Dimensions
- Varies based on tablet strength
Material
- Calcium Carbonate
Technical specifications
- 1000 mg tablet may be repeated hourly if needed
Design elements
- Scored for easy splitting
Shelf life
- 3 years
Formulation
- Oral tablet
Product expiry
- Check packaging for expiry date
Warnings
- Always consult a healthcare professional before use
Manufacturing country
- USA
Availability
- Over-the-counter (OTC)
Prescription required
- No
Usage instructions
- Take with or after meals
Storage precautions
- Keep out of reach of children
Shipping restrictions
- May not be available for international shipping
Age group
- Adults
- Children
Special dietary
- Suitable for individuals with lactose intolerance
Flavor options
- Unflavored