Corsil-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)

Indications

• Treatment and prevention of osteoporosis
• Treatment of osteomalacia
• Treatment of tetany
• Treatment of hypoparathyroidism
• Treatment of disorders of osteogenesis
• Supplement for inadequate calcium intake in childhood diet
• Supplement for rickets
• Supplement during pregnancy and lactation
• Supplement for elderly patients
• Treatment of 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 is vital for bodily functions
• Useful for prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis
• Vitamin D aids in Calcium absorption and bone formation
• Coral Calcium sourced for better absorption
• Vitamin D3 maintains Calcium balance

Dosage & Administration

• One tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water
• Better absorption on a full stomach
• Effervescent tablet can be dissolved in water and taken orally

Interaction

• Monitor serum calcium levels with thiazide diuretics
• Avoid concomitant use with corticosteroids
• Avoid ion exchange resins and laxatives
• Administer tetracycline separately from calcium
• Monitor patients on cardiac glycosides
• Administer Corsil-D before bisphosphonates or sodium fluoride

Contraindications

• Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism
• Hypercalciuria and nephrolithiasis
• Hypersensitivity to the components
• Severe renal insufficiencies
• Concomitant digoxin therapy

Side Effects

• GI irritation
• Constipation
• Rare hypercalcemia
• Allergic reactions
• Irregular heartbeats
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Decreased appetite
• Dry mouth
• Drowsiness
• Skin rash with Vitamin D supplements

Pregnancy & Lactation

• Caution with dosing during pregnancy
• Avoid overdoses to prevent hypercalcaemia
• Considerations for breastfeeding
• Avoid high doses of vitamin D in pregnant women

Precautions & Warnings

• Monitor serum calcium levels during long-term treatment
• Monitor renal function in elderly patients
• Monitor in patients with high calculus formation tendency
• Use Vitamin D with caution in renal impairment
• Monitor for soft tissue calcification
• Caution in patients with severe renal insufficiency
• Caution in sarcoidosis patients
• Caution in immobilized osteoporosis patients
• Consideration for other drug interactions

Overdose Effects

• Potential for hypervitaminosis D and hypercalcaemia
• Symptoms may include anorexia, nausea, muscle weakness
• Treatment involves discontinuing calcium and other related medications
• Monitoring for renal function and electrolyte balance

Therapeutic Class

• Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C
• Protect from light and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children

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