Corabon-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)

Title

• Corabon-D 500 mg Tablet

Categories

• Medicine
• Vitamin and Mineral Supplement

Description

• Treatment and prevention of Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia, Tetany, Hypoparathyroidism, Disorders of osteogenesis
• Supplement for inadequate intake of Calcium in childhood diet, rickets, pregnancy, lactation, and elderly patients
• Also used for pancreatitis, phosphate binder in chronic renal failure

Composition

• Each tablet contains Calcium Carbonate USP 1250 mg (Coral source) equivalent to 500 mg of elemental Calcium & Vitamin D USP 200 IU
• Each DX tablet contains Calcium Carbonate USP 1500 mg (Coral source) equivalent to 600 mg of elemental Calcium & Vitamin D USP 400 IU
• Each effervescent tablet contains Calcium Carbonate (Coral source) USP 1500 mg equivalent to 600 mg of elemental Calcium and Vitamin D3 400 IU as Cholecalciferol USP

Pharmacology

• Adequate Calcium in the blood is vital for bodily functions
• Vitamin D aids in Calcium absorption and bone formation
• Coral Calcium sourced for better absorption
• Vitamin D3 aids in maintaining Calcium balance

Dosage

• One tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water, dissolve 1 effervescent tablet in a glass of water to drink orally

Interaction

• Thiazide diuretics reduce urinary excretion of calcium
• Systemic corticosteroids reduce calcium absorption
• Ion exchange resins and laxatives may reduce vitamin D absorption
• Calcium carbonate may interfere with tetracycline absorption
• Hypercalcaemia may increase cardiac glycosides toxicity
• Bisphosphonate or sodium fluoride intake affects calcium tablet absorption
• Oxalic acid and phytic acid inhibit calcium absorption

Contraindications

• Hypercalcemia, hyperparathyroidism, hypercalciuria, nephrolithiasis, hypersensitivity to the component, severe renal insufficiencies, concomitant digoxin therapy

Side effects

• Orally administered Calcium Carbonate may cause irritation and constipation
• Rarely causes hypercalcemia and allergic reactions
• May lead to irregular heartbeats, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, dry mouth, and drowsiness

Pregnancy and lactation

• Daily intake should not exceed 1500 mg calcium and 600 IU cholecalciferol
• Overdoses should be avoided during pregnancy to prevent hypercalcaemia
• No indications of Vitamin D teratogenicity in humans, can be used during pregnancy and lactation

Precautions and warnings

• Monitor serum calcium levels and renal function during long-term treatment
• Caution in elderly patients on concomitant treatment with cardiac glycosides or diuretics
• Renal impairment should be considered when using Vitamin D
• Prescribe with caution to patients suffering from sarcoidosis
• Caution in immobilised patients with osteoporosis

Overdose effects

• Can lead to hypervitaminosis D and hypercalcaemia
• Symptoms include anorexia, thirst, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, and mental disturbances
• May lead to renal damage and soft tissue calcification
• Treatment involves discontinuation of calcium and other specific measures based on severity

Therapeutic class

• Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Storage conditions

• Store at temperature below 30°C, protect from light & moisture, keep out of reach of children

Commonly asked questions

• Corabon-D 500 mg Tablet is a combination of calcium carbonate and vitamin D3 used to prevent and treat calcium and vitamin D deficiency
• Benefits include prevention and treatment of calcium and vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, rickets, and osteomalacia
• Contraindications include high level of calcium or vitamin D in the blood, kidney stones, sarcoidosis, and allergy to ingredients
• Side effects may include constipation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, drowsiness, and dry mouth
• Should be taken with food and dosage may vary depending on individual needs

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