Seacal-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 11.00 (4 x 7: ৳ 308.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 77.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Coral calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Drug international ltd |
| Also available as |
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