Acical-C 1000 mg+327 mg+500 mg (Effervescent Tablet)

Indications

• Increased demand for Calcium and Vitamin-C
• During infectious disease and convalescence
• Osteoporosis
• Premenstrual syndrome
• Postmenopausal problems
• Adjuvant in colds and influenza

Pharmacology

• Calcium remedy deficiency
• Vitamin-C essential component of the diet
• Powerful reducing agent
• Important in the defense against infection

Dosage & Administration

• Dosage for Children 3-7 years
• Dosage for Adults & children above 7 years
• Effervescent tablet form
• Dissolve in a glass of water before consumption

Interaction

• Potentially hazardous interactions with Digoxin, tetracycline, furosemide, pentagastrin
• Potentially useful interactions with Vitamin-D, oxytocin, and prostaglandins
• Enhances iron absorption

Contraindications

• Hypercalcemia
• Severe hypercalciuria
• Severe renal failure
• Hyperoxalauria
• Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
• Iron overload
• Potential gastrointestinal upset with larger doses

Side Effects

• Mild gastrointestinal disturbances
• Potential formation of calculi in the urinary tract with prolonged treatment

Pregnancy & Lactation

• No increase in teratogenic hazard
• Supplemental calcium excretion in breast milk
• Safe during pregnancy and lactation

Precautions & Warnings

• Monitoring of calcium excretion in the urine
• Avoid high doses of vitamin-D
• Caution with citrate salts
• Consider sugar content for diabetic patients

Overdose Effects

• Acute overdosage not reported
• Expected gastrointestinal disturbances

Therapeutic Class

• Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Storage Conditions

• Store in a cool & dry place
• Protect from heat, light, and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Keep the tube tightly closed after each use

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