Trucal 400 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 8.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 240.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 80.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Calcium orotate |
| Company | Apex pharmaceuticals ltd |
Product Title
- Calcium Orotate 400mg Tablets
- Calcium Orotate 740mg Tablets
Categories
- Calcium Supplement
- Mineral Preparation
Indications
- Prevention of low blood calcium levels
- Treatment of osteoporosis
- Treatment of osteomalacia
- Treatment of rickets
- Treatment of tetany
- Treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis
Pharmacology
- Contains Calcium Orotate with orotic acid
- Assists in intracellular uptake of calcium
- Involved in the synthesis of DNA and RNA
- Contributes to the maintenance of healthy cartilage
Dosage & Administration
- 400mg: 2-3 tablets with meal or as directed
- 740mg: 1-2 tablets with meal or as directed
Interaction
- Decreases absorption of certain drugs
- Interacts with thiazide-type diuretics
- Affects absorption when taken with antacids
- Depletes calcium when taken with glucocorticoids
Contraindications
- Incomplete or infrequent bowel movements
- Kidney stone
- Increased parathyroid gland activity
- High urinary or blood calcium levels
- Extreme loss of body water
Side Effects
- Bloating and swelling in the abdomen
- Loss of appetite
- Upset stomach
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Unusual weight loss
- Increased thirst and urination
- Formation of kidney stones
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Increased calcium requirement during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Allergy to the product
- Use with caution in kidney disease
- Use with caution in heart disease
- Use with caution in malabsorption syndrome
Therapeutic Class
- Minerals in bone formation
- Specific mineral preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep out of reach of children
- Store in a cool & dry place
- Protect from light