Mycal-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 6.80 (3 x 10: ৳ 204.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 68.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Elemental calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Novatek pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of osteoporosis
- Treatment of osteomalacia
- Treatment of rickets
- Treatment of tetany
- Treatment of parathyroid disease
- Calcium supplements for pregnancy & lactation
- Calcium supplements for osteogenesis and tooth formation
- Calcium supplements as an adjunct with definite treatment
- Calcium supplement as routine supplement
- Phosphate binder in chronic renal failure
Pharmacology
- Preparation of Calcium Carbonate and Vitamin D3
- Calcium necessary for bone formation
- Vitamin D3 aids in absorption & reabsorption of Calcium
- Vitamin D3 stimulates bone formation
- Clinical studies showing benefits for bone growth
- Prevention of osteoporosis & bone fracture
Dosage & Administration
- Calcium 500 mg and Vitamin D3 200 IU Tablet: 2 tablets daily or 1 tablet twice daily
- Best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption
- Calcium 500 mg and Vitamin D3 400 IU Tablet: 1 tablet twice daily
- Best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption
Interaction
- Possible interaction with calcium, aluminium or magnesium containing antacids
- Interaction with other calcium supplements
- Interaction with calcitriol
- Interaction with other vitamin D3 supplements
- Interaction with digoxin
- Interaction with tetracycline
- Interaction with doxycycline
- Interaction with minocycline
- Interaction with oxytetracycline
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in hypercalcaemia
- Contraindicated in hyperthyroidism
- Contraindicated in renal calculi & 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 or while breast-feeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Precautions for pre-existing heart disease
- Precautions for kidney disease
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of overdosage may include 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 away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children