Orthocal-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 7.00 (1 x 15: ৳ 105.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 105.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Elemental calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Biopharma limited |
Indications
- Treatment of osteoporosis
- Treatment of osteomalacia
- Treatment of rickets
- Treatment of tetany
- Treatment in parathyroid disease
- Ensuring adequate dietary intake in pregnancy & lactation
- Promoting osteogenesis and tooth formation
- Therapy with anti-seizure medications
- Phosphate binder in chronic renal failure
Pharmacology
- Preparation of Calcium Carbonate and Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)
- Necessary for bone formation and maintenance
- Vitamin D3 aids in absorption & reabsorption of Calcium
- Stimulates bone formation
- Aids in 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
Interaction
- Possible interaction with calcium, aluminium or magnesium containing antacids & other calcium supplements
- Interaction with calcitriol & other vitamin D3 supplements
- Interaction with digoxin
- Interaction with tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline or 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 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 away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children