Myocal-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 7.00 (30's pack: ৳ 210.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Elemental calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Nipa pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of osteoporosis
- Treatment of osteomalacia
- Treatment of rickets
- Treatment of tetany
- Treatment of parathyroid disease
- Calcium supplements for pregnancy
- Calcium supplements for lactation
- Calcium supplements for osteogenesis
- Calcium supplements for tooth formation
- Calcium supplements for anti-seizure medication therapy
- Routine supplement in chronic renal failure
- Phosphate binder in chronic renal failure
Pharmacology
- Preparation of Calcium Carbonate
- Preparation of Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)
- Necessary for normal body functions
- Bone formation
- Bone maintenance
- Absorption and reabsorption of Calcium
- Stimulation of bone formation
- Bone growth
- Prevention of osteoporosis
- Prevention of bone fracture
Dosage & Administration
- 500 mg Calcium and 200 IU Vitamin D3 Tablet: 2 tablets daily or 1 tablet twice daily
- 500 mg Calcium and 400 IU Vitamin D3 Tablet: 1 tablet twice daily
- Best taken with or just after a meal for improved absorption
Interaction
- Interaction with calcium, aluminium or magnesium containing antacids
- Interaction with other calcium supplements
- Interaction with calcitriol and other vitamin D3 supplements
- Interaction with digoxin
- Interaction with tetracycline
- Interaction with doxycycline
- Interaction with minocycline
- Interaction with oxytetracycline
Contraindications
- Hypercalcaemia
- Hyperthyroidism
- Renal calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach cramps
- Dry mouth
- Increased thirst
- Increased urination
- Constipation
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Should be used as directed by physician during pregnancy
- Should be used as directed by physician while breast-feeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Precautions for pre-existing heart disease
- Precautions for pre-existing kidney disease
Overdose Effects
- 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
- Keep away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children