G-Calbo 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (1 x 30: ৳ 300.00)

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Algae calcium vitamin d3
Company	Square pharmaceuticals plc
Also available as	G calbo dx 600 mg tablet

Indications

Treatment of osteoporosis, rickets, osteomalacia, tetany and hypoparathyroidism
Pregnancy and lactation due to increased demand
Kidney disease and pancreatitis
During therapy with antiseizure medications
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

Calcium (Algae Source) is essential for bone strength. Vitamin D3 aids in calcium absorption and bone formation. They have synergistic effects on bone growth and in osteoporosis and fracture prevention.

Dosage & Administration

Usual adult dose: 1 tablet in the morning and 1 tablet at night. To 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

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

Use should be considered in pregnancy & lactation based on 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