Nutrum Bone (Tablet)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Calcium vitamin d3 multimineral |
| Company | Acme laboratories ltd |
Indications
- Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
- Maintenance of strong bone growth
- Proper functioning of heart, muscle, and nerves
- Nutritional supplement
- Bone development and regeneration
- Pregnancy & lactation support
- Deficiency state of Calcium, Vitamin D3, Magnesium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese & Boron
Composition
- Film-coated tablet:
- 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
- Effervescent tablet:
- Calcium Carbonate BP equivalent to 600 mg elemental Calcium
- Vitamin D3 BP (as Cholecalciferol) 400 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
Nutrition is crucial to prevent osteoporosis and bone-related diseases. Calcium, Magnesium & Vitamin D3 are key for bone health. Micronutrients like Copper, Manganese, Zinc, & Boron also play an important role in bone health.
Dosage & Administration
- Adult: 1 film-coated tablet twice daily, preferably with meals and water
- Children 3-7 years: 1 effervescent tablet daily
- Children 7 years and older: 1 to 2 effervescent tablets daily
Interaction
Considerations for interactions with thiazide diuretics, digitalis, phenytoin, barbiturates, glucocorticoids, and other medications. Possible impact on absorption of certain foods and other drugs.
Contraindications
Absolute contraindications include hypercalcaemia, sarcoidosis, primary hyperparathyroidism, Vitamin-D3 overdosage, severe renal failure, and hypersensitivity. Relative contraindications include osteoporosis due to prolonged immobilisation, renal stones, and severe hypercalciuria.
Side Effects
Possible gastrointestinal disturbances, skin rash, hypercalciuria, and hypercalcaemia with long-term high-dose treatment.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Increased requirements for calcium and vitamin-D3 during pregnancy and lactation. Caution advised for overdoses of vitamin-D3.
Precautions & Warnings
Careful supervision for patients with renal failure or hypercalciuria. Monitoring of plasma and urinary calcium levels, kidney function, and urinary calcium excretion.
Overdose Effects
Symptoms may include 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.