Algeum-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Algae calcium vitamin d3
Company Radiant pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Algeum 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 building bones and making body's framework stronger
  • Essential for healthy bones and aids in calcium absorption
  • Stimulates bone formation and has synergistic effects on bone growth

Dosage & Administration

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

Interaction

  • Reduces 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 interactions 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

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Anorexia
  • Abdominal cramps
  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • 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

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