Myocal 500 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 2.67 (30's pack: ৳ 80.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Elemental calcium |
| Company | Nipa pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of calcium depletion
- Prevention of calcium deficiency
- Management of conditions associated with hyperacidity
- Fast relief of acid indigestion
- Treatment of heartburn
- Relief of sour stomach
- Relief of upset stomach
- Treatment for hypoparathyroidism
- Treatment for achlorhydria
- Prevention of osteoporosis
- Relief of dyspeptic symptoms
- Treatment of peptic ulceration
Pharmacology
- Reacts with gastric acid to produce a salt and water
- Increases gastric pH to diminish pepsin activity
- Up to 30% oral calcium load absorption
Dosage & Administration
- Oral use
- Recommended doses for adults and children
- Recommended daily dose for pregnancy and lactation
- Variations in doses for chronic renal failure
- Administration with meals for effective phosphate binding
- Usage for symptoms occurrence
Interaction
- Enhancement of cardiac effects of digoxin
- Interference with absorption of tetracycline preparations
- Requirement for modification of vitamin D therapy in chronic renal failure
Contraindications
- Hypercalcaemia
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Hypercalciuria
- Nephrolithiasis
- Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
- Concomitant digoxin therapy
Side Effects
- Irritation to the GI tract
- Potential for constipation
- Rare occurrence of hypercalcaemia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safe use in pregnancy
- Safe use in lactating women
Use in Special Populations
- Safe and effective use in children and infants with chronic renal failure
- Risk of constipation in elderly patients with renal failure
Therapeutic Class
- Minerals in bone formation
- Specific mineral preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place
- Controlled room temperature