Reefcal-DX 600 mg+400 IU (Tablet)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Coral calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Ziska pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
Reefcal-DX 600 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Supplement
- Mineral & Vitamin Preparations
Description
Reefcal-DX is indicated for the treatment & prevention of osteoporosis, osteomalacia, tetany, hypoparathyroidism, disorders of osteogenesis, inadequate intake of Calcium in childhood diet, rickets, pregnancy & lactation, elderly patients, pancreatitis, and phosphate binder in chronic renal failure.
Dosage
- Take one tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water or as directed by the physician.
- Dissolve 1 effervescent tablet in a glass of water to drink orally.
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.
Pharmacological Action
Calcium is useful for the prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis and associated fractures. Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones as it aids in Calcium absorption from the GI tract and stimulates bone formation. Clinical studies show that Calcium and vitamin D have synergistic effects on bone growth as well as in Osteoporosis and fracture prevention.
Interaction
Thiazide diuretics reduce the urinary excretion of calcium, corticosteroids reduce calcium absorption, ion exchange resins and laxatives may reduce vitamin D absorption, calcium carbonate may interfere with tetracycline absorption, and hypercalcemia may increase cardiac glycoside toxicity.
Contraindications
- Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism
- Hypercalciuria and nephrolithiasis
- Hypersensitivity to the component of this preparation
- Severe renal insufficiencies
- Concomitant digoxin therapy
Side Effects
- Irritation to the GI tract
- Constipation
- Hypercalcemia
- Allergic reactions
- Irregular heartbeats
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Decreased appetite
- Dry mouth
- Drowsiness
- Skin rash with Vitamin D Supplements
Pregnancy Lactation
- The daily intake should not exceed 1500 mg calcium and 600 IU cholecalciferol. Overdoses of calcium and vitamin D should be avoided as permanent hypercalcemia may have adverse effects on the developing fetus.
- Vitamin D3 passes into breast milk, considerations should be made when giving additional vitamin D to the child.
Precautions Warnings
- Monitor serum calcium levels and renal function during long-term treatment
- Caution in elderly patients on concomitant treatment with cardiac glycosides or diuretics
- Consideration for soft tissue calcification risk
- Caution in patients with severe renal insufficiency and sarcoidosis
- Risk of hypercalcemia in immobilized patients with osteoporosis
- Close monitoring of serum calcium levels and urinary calcium excretion with additional calcium or vitamin D doses
Overdose Effects
Hypervitaminosis D and hypercalcemia may lead to anorexia, nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle weakness, mental disturbances, polyuria, bone pain, and in severe cases, cardiac arrhythmias.
Therapeutic Class
Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations
Storage Conditions
Store at temperatures below 30°C, protect from light & moisture, and keep out of reach of children.
Common Questions
- What is Reefcal-DX 600 mg Tablet?: A combination of calcium carbonate and vitamin D3 used to prevent and treat calcium and vitamin D deficiency.
- What are the benefits of taking Reefcal-DX 600 mg Tablet?:
- Prevention and treatment of calcium and vitamin D deficiency
- Prevention of osteoporosis
- Treatment of rickets
- Treatment of osteomalacia
- Improvement of bone health in the elderly
- Who should not take the Reefcal-DX 600 mg Tablet?:
- People with high levels of calcium or vitamin D in the blood
- Those with kidney stones
- Individuals with sarcoidosis
- People allergic to Coralcal D ingredients
- What are the side effects of Reefcal-DX 600 mg Tablet?:
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- How should I take Reefcal-DX 600 mg Tablet?: Take with food. The usual dose is one tablet per day, dosages may vary depending on individual needs.
- What are the precautions for taking Reefcal-DX 600 mg Tablet?:
- Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding
- Avoid with high calcium or vitamin D levels in blood
- Avoid with kidney stones
- Avoid if allergic to any of the medicine's ingredients