Calcor-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 500.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Coral calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Pacific pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of Osteoporosis
- Treatment of Osteomalacia
- Treatment of Tetany
- Treatment of Hypoparathyroidism
- Treatment of Disorders of osteogenesis
- Supplement for inadequate intake of Calcium in childhood diet
- Supplement for Rickets
- Supplement for Pregnancy & lactation
- Supplement for Elderly patients
- Pancreatitis treatment
- Phosphate binder in chronic renal failure
Composition
- Each tablet contains: Calcium Carbonate USP 1250 mg (Coral source) equivalent to 500 mg of elemental Calcium & Vitamin D USP 200 IU.
- Each DX tablet contains: Calcium Carbonate USP 1500 mg (Coral source) equivalent to 600 mg of elemental Calcium & Vitamin D USP 400 IU.
- Each effervescent tablet contains: Calcium Carbonate (Coral source) USP 1500 mg equivalent to 600 mg of elemental Calcium and Vitamin D3 400 IU as Cholecalciferol USP.
Pharmacology
- Clinical evidence for the prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis
- Vitamin D essential for healthy bones and aids in Calcium absorption
- Stimulates bone formation
- Synergistic effects on bone growth
- Coral Calcium sourced from coral origin ensures better absorption
Dosage & Administration
- One tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water or as directed by physician
- Taking in full stomach ensures better absorption
- Dissolve 1 effervescent tablet in a glass of water and drink orally
Interaction
- Thiazide diuretics reduce urinary excretion of calcium
- Systemic corticosteroids reduce calcium absorption
- Simultaneous treatment with ion exchange resins or laxatives may reduce vitamin D absorption
- Calcium carbonate may interfere with the absorption of tetracycline preparations
- Hypercalcaemia may increase toxicity of cardiac glycosides during treatment with calcium and vitamin D
Contraindications
- Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism
- Hypercalciuria and nephrolithiasis
- Hypersensitivity to the component of this preparation
- Severe renal insufficiencies
- Concomitant digoxin therapy
Side Effects
- Irritation to the GI tract
- Constipation
- Hypercalcemia
- Allergic reactions
- Irregular heartbeats
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Decreased appetite
- Dry mouth
- Drowsiness
- Skin rash (Vitamin D supplements)
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Daily intake during pregnancy should not exceed 1500 mg calcium and 600 IU cholecalciferol
- Overdoses of calcium and vitamin D should be avoided during pregnancy
- No indications that vitamin D at therapeutic doses is teratogenic in humans
- Elemental Calcium & Vitamin D3 tablet can be used during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Serum calcium levels should be followed during long-term treatment
- Renal function should be monitored
- Caution in patients with impairment of renal function
- Risk of soft tissue calcification
- Caution in immobilized patients with osteoporosis
- Caution in patients suffering from sarcoidosis
- Additional doses should be taken under close medical supervision
Overdose Effects
- Hypervitaminosis D
- Hypercalcaemia
- Symptoms of hypercalcaemia
- Irreversible renal damage
- Soft tissue calcification
- Treatment of hypercalcemia
Therapeutic Class
- Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store at temperature below 30°C
- Protect from light & moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
Common Questions about Calcor-D 500 mg Tablet
- Prevention and treatment of calcium and vitamin D deficiency
- Prevention of osteoporosis
- Treatment of rickets
- Treatment of osteomalacia
- Improvement of bone health in the elderly