Algecal D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 11.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 330.00)

Strip Price: ৳ 110.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Algae calcium vitamin d3
Company	Opsonin pharma ltd
Also available as	Algecal dx 600 mg tablet

Indications

Treatment of osteoporosis, rickets, osteomalacia, tetany and hypoparathyroidism
In pregnancy and lactation due to increased demand
In kidney disease and pancreatitis
During therapy with antiseizure medications
The prevention and treatment of Calcium and Vitamin D3 deficiency

Composition

Calcium Carbonate (Algae Source) BP 1250 mg equivalent to elemental Calcium 500 mg
Vitamin D3 200 IU as Cholecalciferol USP

Pharmacology

Essential for bone strength, calcium aids in calcium absorption, stimulates bone formation, and has synergistic effects with Vitamin D3 on bone growth and osteoporosis prevention

Dosage & Administration

Usual adult dose: 1 tablet in the morning and 1 tablet at night. Tablet should be taken orally.

Interaction

Calcium salts reduce absorption of bisphosphonates, ciprofloxacin, fluorides, iron, levothyroxine, tetracycline and zinc
Absorption of calcium salts is reduced by corticosteroids
Increased risk of hypercalcemia when Calcium and Vitamin D3 given with thiazides and related diuretics
No clinically significant food drug interaction have been reported

Contraindications

Hypocalcemia and hypercalciuria
Metastatic calcification
Hypersensitivity to any of the components of Calcium and Vitamin D3 preparation

Side Effects

Irregular heartbeat
Nausea
Dry mouth
Weakness
Headache
Metallic taste in mouth
Muscle or bone pain
Drowsiness
High amount of Calcium in blood
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Loss of appetite

Pregnancy & Lactation

Should be used considering the risk-benefit ratio

Precautions & Warnings

Caution should be taken in patients with renal impairment, sarcoidosis, hypercalcemia and hypercalciuria

Use in Special Populations

Not recommended for children under 12 years

Overdose Effects

May result in nausea, vomiting, dizziness, anorexia, abdominal cramps, headache, constipation; treatment includes cessation of therapy & adequate rehydration

Therapeutic Class

Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C and away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children