Adcal D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 5.02 (15's pack: ৳ 75.30)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Elemental calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Amulet pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of osteoporosis
- Treatment of osteomalacia
- Treatment of rickets
- Treatment of tetany
- Treatment of parathyroid disease
- Adequate dietary intake in pregnancy
- Adequate dietary intake in lactation
- Aid in osteogenesis and tooth formation
- Usable as a phosphate binder in chronic renal failure
Pharmacology
- Preparation of Calcium Carbonate and Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)
- Necessary for bone formation and maintenance
- Aids in absorption and reabsorption of Calcium
- Stimulates bone formation
- Helps in bone growth
- Prevents osteoporosis and 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 to improve absorption
Interaction
- Possible interactions with antacids containing calcium, aluminium, or magnesium
- Interactions with calcitriol and other vitamin D3 supplements
- Interactions with digoxin
- Interactions with tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline, or oxytetracycline
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in hypercalcaemia
- Contraindicated in hyperthyroidism
- Contraindicated in renal calculi and nephrolithiasis
- Contraindicated in 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
Therapeutic Class
- Specific mineral and vitamin combined preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children