Multical (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 4.00 (1 x 30: ৳ 120.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Calcium vitamin d3 multimineral |
| Company | Zenith pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
- Maintain strong bone growth
- Proper functioning of heart, muscle, and nerves
- Nutritional supplement
- Bone development and regeneration
- Pregnancy and lactation
- Deficiency state of Calcium, Vitamin D3, Magnesium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Boron
Composition
- Calcium Carbonate BP equivalent to 600 mg elemental Calcium
- Vitamin D3 BP (as Cholecalciferol) 200 IU
- Magnesium Oxide BP equivalent to 40 mg Magnesium
- Manganese Sulfate Monohydrate BP equivalent to 1.8 mg Manganese
- Cupric Oxide equivalent to 1 mg Copper
- Boron Citrate equivalent to 250 mcg Boron
- Zinc Oxide BP equivalent to 7.5 mg Zinc
Pharmacology
- Importance of nutrition in preventing osteoporosis
- Calcium, Magnesium, and Vitamin D3 for bone health
- Role of Copper, Manganese, Zinc, and Boron in bone health
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: 1 film-coated tablet twice daily
- Children 3-7 years: 1 effervescent tablet daily
- Children 7 years and older: 1 to 2 effervescent tablets daily
Interaction
- Risk of hypercalcemia with thiazide diuretics
- Avoid hypocalcaemia in digitalized patients
- Impact of certain foods on calcium absorption
- Effects of concurrent medications on Vitamin D3
Contraindications
- Absolute contraindications for specific conditions
- Relative contraindications for certain situations
Side Effects
- Mild gastrointestinal disturbances
- Occasional skin rash
- Hypercalciuria and rare cases of hypercalcemia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Increased requirements for calcium and vitamin D3
- Importance of physician supervision
- Teratogenic effects of vitamin D3 overdoses
Precautions & Warnings
- Monitoring for patients with renal failure or hypercalciuria
- Checks on plasma calcium levels and urinary calcium excretion
- Monitoring kidney function with long-term treatment
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of overdosage
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