Max Coral DX 600 mg+400 IU (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Coral calcium vitamin d3
Company Biogen pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Max coral d 500 mg tablet

Title

  • Max Coral DX 600 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Medicine
  • Calcium and Vitamin D Supplement

Description

  • Max Coral DX 600 mg Tablet is a combination of calcium carbonate and vitamin D3. It is used to prevent and treat calcium and vitamin D deficiency. Calcium is important for building and maintaining strong bones and teeth. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium.

Indications

  • Osteoporosis
  • Osteomalacia
  • Tetany
  • Hypoparathyroidism
  • Disorders of osteogenesis
  • Supplement in case of inadequate intake of Calcium in childhood diet
  • Rickets
  • Pregnancy & lactation
  • Pancreatitis
  • 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

  • Adequate Calcium in the blood is vital to a wide variety of bodily functions
  • Vitamin D aids in Calcium absorption from the GI tract and stimulates bone formation
  • Coral Calcium sourced from coral origin ensures better absorption
  • Vitamin D3 aids in maintaining Calcium balance in the body

Dosage and administration

  • One tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water or as directed by the physician
  • Effervescent tablet should be dissolved in a glass of water and stirred before drinking for better absorption

Interaction

  • Thiazide diuretics reduce the urinary excretion of calcium
  • Systemic corticosteroids reduce calcium absorption
  • Simultaneous treatment with ion exchange resins such as cholestyramine or laxatives may reduce the gastrointestinal absorption of vitamin D
  • Calcium carbonate may interfere with the absorption of concomitantly administered tetracycline preparations
  • Hypercalcaemia may increase the 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

  • Gastrointestinal irritation
  • Constipation
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Allergic reactions
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Decreased appetite
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Skin rash

Pregnancy and lactation

  • Daily intake during pregnancy should not exceed 1500 mg calcium and 600 IU cholecalciferol
  • Avoid overdoses of calcium and vitamin D during pregnancy and lactation to prevent adverse effects on the developing fetus
  • No indications that vitamin D at therapeutic doses is teratogenic in humans
  • Calcium and vitamin D3 pass into breast milk

Precautions and warnings

  • Monitor serum calcium levels and renal function during long-term treatment
  • Caution in elderly patients on concomitant treatment with cardiac glycosides or diuretics
  • Vitamin D should be used with caution in patients with impairment of renal function
  • Risk of soft tissue calcification
  • Prescribe with caution to patients suffering from sarcoidosis or immobilised patients with osteoporosis
  • Exert caution when prescribing other drugs containing vitamin D

Overdose effects

  • Hypervitaminosis D
  • Hypercalcaemia
  • Symptoms may include anorexia, thirst, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness
  • Treatment involves discontinuing calcium and other concomitant medications, rehydration, and monitoring serum electrolytes and renal function

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

Commonly asked questions

  • What is Max Coral DX 600 mg Tablet?: Max Coral DX 600 mg Tablet is a combination of calcium carbonate and vitamin D3. It is used to prevent and treat calcium and vitamin D deficiency. Calcium is important for building and maintaining strong bones and teeth. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium.
  • What are the benefits of taking Max Coral DX 600 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
  • Who should not take the Max Coral DX 600 mg Tablet?:
    • People with high level of calcium or vitamin D in the blood
    • Kidney stones
    • Sarcoidosis
    • Allergic to ingredients in Coralcal D
  • What are the side effects of Max Coral DX 600 mg Tablet?:
    • Constipation
    • Nausea
    • Vomiting
    • Diarrhea
    • Headache
    • Drowsiness
    • Dry mouth
  • How should I take Max Coral DX 600 mg Tablet?: Max Coral DX 600 mg Tablet should be taken with food. The usual dose is one tablet per day. However, the dosage may vary depending on your individual needs. Talk to your doctor about the best dosage for you.
  • What are the precautions for taking Max Coral DX 600 mg Tablet?:
    • Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding
    • High levels of calcium or vitamin D in the blood
    • Kidney stones
    • Allergy to any of the medicine’s ingredients

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