Seacal-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 11.00 (4 x 7: ৳ 308.00)
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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Coral calcium vitamin d3
Company Drug international ltd
Also available as
Seacal dx 600 mg tablet

Indications

  • Treatment and prevention of osteoporosis
  • Treatment and prevention of osteomalacia
  • Treatment and prevention of tetany
  • Treatment and prevention of hypoparathyroidism
  • Supplement for inadequate calcium intake in childhood diet
  • Supplement in case of inadequate calcium intake during pregnancy and lactation
  • Treatment of disorders of osteogenesis
  • Supplement for inadequate calcium intake in elderly patients
  • Treatment for pancreatitis
  • Phosphate binder in chronic renal failure

Composition

  • Each tablet contains 1250 mg of calcium carbonate (Coral source)
  • Each tablet contains 500 mg of elemental calcium
  • Each tablet contains 200 IU of Vitamin D
  • Each DX tablet contains 1500 mg of calcium carbonate (Coral source)
  • Each DX tablet contains 600 mg of elemental calcium
  • Each DX tablet contains 400 IU of Vitamin D
  • Each effervescent tablet contains 1500 mg of calcium carbonate (Coral source)
  • Each effervescent tablet contains 600 mg of elemental calcium
  • Each effervescent tablet contains 400 IU of Vitamin D3 as Cholecalciferol

Pharmacology

  • Vital for a wide variety of bodily functions
  • Clinical evidence for prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and associated fractures
  • Vitamin D aids in calcium absorption from the GI tract
  • Vitamin D stimulates bone formation
  • Synergistic effects of calcium and vitamin D on bone growth, osteoporosis, and fracture prevention
  • Coral calcium structure similar to human bone for better absorption
  • Vitamin D3 aids in calcium absorption and maintenance of calcium balance

Dosage & Administration

  • Take one tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water
  • Taking with a full stomach ensures better absorption
  • Dissolve 1 effervescent tablet in a glass of water and drink orally
  • Stir the solution with a spoon before drinking

Interaction

  • Thiazide diuretics reduce urinary excretion of calcium
  • Systemic corticosteroids reduce calcium absorption
  • Concomitant use may require increased calcium tablet dose
  • Ion exchange resins and laxatives may reduce vitamin D absorption
  • Calcium carbonate may interfere with tetracycline absorption
  • Hypercalcemia may increase cardiac glycoside toxicity
  • Administer bisphosphonate or sodium fluoride at least three hours apart from calcium tablet intake
  • Oxalic acid and phytic acid may inhibit calcium absorption

Contraindications

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

Side Effects

  • Irritation to the GI tract
  • Constipation
  • Rarely produced hypercalcemia
  • Allergic reactions
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Decreased appetite
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Skin rash from vitamin D supplements

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Daily intake should not exceed 1500 mg calcium and 600 IU cholecalciferol
  • Avoid overdoses as it may lead to permanent hypercalcemia and adverse effects on the developing fetus
  • No teratogenic effects reported in humans
  • Calcium and vitamin D3 pass into breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

  • Monitor serum calcium levels during long-term treatment
  • Monitor renal function in elderly patients on concomitant cardiac glycoside or diuretic treatment
  • Use vitamin D with caution in patients with impaired renal function
  • Consider the risk of soft tissue calcification
  • Monitor serum calcium levels in patients with severe renal insufficiency
  • Precaution with immobilized patients with osteoporosis
  • Consider dose when prescribing other drugs containing vitamin D
  • Additional doses of calcium or vitamin D should be taken under close medical supervision

Overdose Effects

  • Hypervitaminosis D and hypercalcemia
  • Symptoms include anorexia, thirst, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, mental disturbances, and more
  • Persistently high calcium levels may lead to irreversible renal damage and soft tissue calcification
  • Treatment includes discontinuation of calcium and other medications, rehydration, and monitoring of serum electrolytes and renal function

Therapeutic Class

  • Specific mineral and vitamin combined preparations

Storage Conditions

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

Common Questions about Seacal-D 500 mg Tablet

  • Combination of calcium carbonate and vitamin D3 for preventing and treating deficiency
  • Benefits include prevention and treatment of calcium and vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, rickets, osteomalacia, and improved bone health in the elderly
  • Should not be taken by individuals with high levels of calcium or vitamin D in the blood, kidney stones, sarcoidosis, or allergies to the ingredients

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