Carbocal-M (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 5.00 (1 x 30: ৳ 150.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Calcium vitamin d3 multimineral |
| Company | Globe pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
- Maintenance of strong bone growth
- Proper functioning of the heart, muscle, and nerves
- Nutritional supplement
- Bone development and regeneration
- Pregnancy and lactation support
- Deficiency state of Calcium, Vitamin D3, Magnesium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, and Boron
Composition
- 600 mg elemental Calcium in film-coated tablet
- 200 IU Vitamin D3 in film-coated tablet
- 40 mg Magnesium in film-coated tablet
- 1.8 mg Manganese in film-coated tablet
- 1 mg Copper in film-coated tablet
- 250 mcg Boron in film-coated tablet
- 7.5 mg Zinc in film-coated tablet
- 600 mg elemental Calcium in effervescent tablet
- 400 IU Vitamin D3 in effervescent tablet
- 40 mg Magnesium in effervescent tablet
- 1.8 mg Manganese in effervescent tablet
- 1 mg Copper in effervescent tablet
- 250 mcg Boron in effervescent tablet
- 7.5 mg Zinc in effervescent tablet
Pharmacology
- Essential nutrients for bone health: Calcium, Magnesium, and Vitamin D3
- Micronutrients like Copper, Manganese, Zinc, and Boron play a role in bone health
- Deficiency of micronutrients noticed in patients with osteoporosis
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: 1 film-coated tablet twice daily
- Preferably taken with a full glass of water
- Children 3-7 years: 1 effervescent tablet daily
- Children 7 years and older: 1-2 effervescent tablets daily
Interaction
- Risk of hypercalcemia with thiazide diuretics
- Concomitant treatment considerations for phenytoin, barbiturates, glucocorticoids, and cardiac glycosides
- Impact of certain foods on calcium absorption
- Potential reduction in absorption with calcium salts
Contraindications
- Absolute contraindications for hypercalcaemia, primary hyperparathyroidism, and severe renal failure
- Relative contraindications for osteoporosis due to prolonged immobilization, renal stones, and severe hypercalciuria
Side Effects
- Mild gastro-intestinal disturbances
- Occasional skin rash with vitamin-D3 supplements
- Rare cases of hypercalciuria and hypercalcaemia with long-term high-dose treatment
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Increased requirements for calcium and vitamin-D3 during pregnancy and lactation
- Caution required for administering calcium and iron supplements together
- Potential teratogenic effects and newborn complications from long-term hypercalcaemia
Precautions & Warnings
- Supervision required for mild to moderate renal failure or hypercalciuria
- Periodic checks of plasma and urinary calcium levels in certain patients
- Monitoring serum and urinary calcium levels and kidney function with long-term treatment
- Allowances for calcium and vitamin D3 supplements from other sources
Overdose Effects
- Nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, metallic taste, stomach cramps, diarrhea, and 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