Okical-DX 600 mg+400 IU (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 450.00)
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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Coral calcium vitamin d3
Company Unimed unihealth pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Okical d 500 mg tablet

Indications

  • Treatment & prevention of osteoporosis
  • Treatment & prevention of osteomalacia
  • Treatment & prevention of tetany
  • Treatment & prevention of hypoparathyroidism
  • Supplement for inadequate intake of Calcium in childhood diet
  • Supplement for calcium intake during pregnancy & lactation
  • Supplement for elderly patients
  • Pancreatitis treatment
  • 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 for vital bodily functions
  • Vitamin D essential for healthy bones & aids in Calcium absorption
  • Stimulates bone formation
  • Synergistic effects on bone growth
  • Coral Calcium has better absorption
  • Vitamin D3 aids in the absorption of Calcium & maintains balance in the body

Dosage & Administration

  • One tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water or as directed by physician
  • Effervescent tablet to be dissolved in a glass of water & taken orally
  • Taking with full stomach ensures better absorption

Interaction

  • Thiazide diuretics reduce urinary excretion of calcium
  • Systemic corticosteroids reduce calcium absorption
  • Simultaneous treatment with ion exchange resins or laxatives may reduce Vitamin D absorption
  • Calcium carbonate may interfere with the absorption of tetracycline preparations
  • Hypercalcaemia may increase the toxicity of cardiac glycosides
  • Okical-DX should be taken at least three hours before bisphosphonate or sodium fluoride intake

Contraindications

  • Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism
  • Hypercalciuria and nephrolithiasis
  • Hypersensitivity to the component of this preparation
  • Severe renal insufficiencies
  • Concomitant digoxin therapy

Side Effects

  • GI tract irritation
  • Constipation
  • Hypercalcemia with large doses
  • Allergic reactions
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Decreased appetite
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Skin rash due to Vitamin D Supplements

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Daily intake limits during pregnancy
  • Reproductive toxicity in animals with high dose of vitamin D
  • Avoiding permanent hypercalcaemia
  • No indications of teratogenicity in humans
  • Usage during breastfeeding with consideration of passing into breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

  • Monitoring serum calcium levels and renal function during long-term treatment
  • Critical monitoring in elderly patients on concomitant treatment with cardiac glycosides or diuretics
  • Caution in patients with impairment of renal function
  • Consideration for soft tissue calcification
  • Caution in immobilized patients with osteoporosis
  • Consideration for increased metabolism of vitamin D in patients suffering from sarcoidosis

Overdose Effects

  • Hypervitaminosis D and hypercalcaemia
  • Symptoms of hypercalcaemia
  • Treatment for hypercalcaemia: Discontinuation of treatment, rehydration, monitoring serum electrolytes and renal function

Therapeutic Class

  • Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Storage Conditions

  • Store at temperature of below 30°C
  • Protect from light & moisture
  • Keep out of reach of children

Common Questions about Okical-DX 600 mg Tablet

  • Okical-DX 600 mg Tablet is a combination of calcium carbonate and vitamin D3
  • Benefits include prevention and treatment of calcium and vitamin D deficiency, prevention of osteoporosis, treatment of rickets, treatment of osteomalacia, and improvement of bone health in the elderly
  • Precautions include conditions such as high level of calcium or vitamin D in the blood, kidney stones, sarcoidosis, and allergy to ingredients in Coralcal D

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