Calbo-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 8.00 (1 x 30: ৳ 240.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Elemental calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
Indications
- osteoporosis treatment
- osteomalacia treatment
- rickets treatment
- tetany treatment
- parathyroid disease treatment
- calcium supplements during pregnancy
- calcium supplements during lactation
- osteogenesis adjunct treatment
- tooth formation adjunct treatment
- phosphate binder in chronic renal failure
Pharmacology
- Calcium Carbonate and Vitamin D3 preparation
- bone formation and maintenance
- absorption & reabsorption of Calcium
- stimulation of bone formation
- bone growth
- prevention of osteoporosis & 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
- interaction with calcium, aluminium or magnesium containing antacids
- interaction with other calcium supplements
- interaction with calcitriol & other vitamin D3 supplements
- interaction with digoxin
- interaction with tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline or 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
- use as directed by physician during pregnancy
- use as directed by physician while breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- pre-existing heart disease precautions
- pre-existing kidney disease precautions
Overdose Effects
- nausea
- vomiting
- severe drowsiness
- loss of appetite
- metallic taste
- stomach cramps
- diarrhea
- headache
- constipation
Therapeutic Class
- Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations
Storage Conditions
- store in a dry place away from light and heat
- keep out of the reach of children