Calfeed-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 4.83 (15's pack: ৳ 72.45)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Elemental calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Apollo pharmaceutical ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of osteoporosis
- Treatment of osteomalacia
- Treatment of rickets
- Treatment of tetany
- Treatment of parathyroid disease
- Adequate dietary intake in pregnancy & lactation
- Adequate dietary intake in osteogenesis
- Adequate dietary intake in tooth formation
- Therapy with anti-seizure medications
- Phosphate binder in chronic renal failure
Pharmacology
- Contains Calcium Carbonate and Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)
- Calcium necessary for bone formation
- Vitamin D3 aids in Calcium absorption & reabsorption
- Stimulates bone formation
- Aids in bone growth
- Prevents osteoporosis & bone fracture
Dosage & Administration
- Dosage: 500 mg Calcium and 200 IU Vitamin D3 Tablet - 2 tablets daily or 1 tablet twice daily
- Administer with or just after a meal for improved absorption
- Dosage: 500 mg Calcium and 400 IU Vitamin D3 Tablet - 1 tablet twice daily
- Administer with or just after a meal for improved absorption
Interaction
- Possible interactions with antacids containing calcium, aluminium, or magnesium
- Interactions with other calcium supplements and vitamin D3 supplements
- Interactions with digoxin, tetracycline, or doxycycline
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in hypercalcaemia
- Contraindicated in hyperthyroidism
- Contraindicated in renal calculi & nephrolithiasis
- Contraindicated in Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach cramps
- Dry mouth
- Increased thirst
- Increased urination
- Constipation
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use as directed by physician during pregnancy
- Use as directed by physician while breast-feeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Precautions for pre-existing heart disease
- Precautions for pre-existing kidney disease
Overdose Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Severe drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Loss of appetite
- Metallic taste
- Stomach cramps
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Constipation
Therapeutic Class
- Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children