Okical-DX 600 mg+400 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 450.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 150.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Coral calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Unimed unihealth pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
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