Ocoral D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Coral calcium vitamin d3
Company Kumudini pharma ltd
Also available as
Ocoral dx 600 mg tablet

Indications

  • Treatment & prevention of osteoporosis
  • Treatment & prevention of osteomalacia
  • Treatment & prevention of tetany
  • Treatment & prevention of hypoparathyroidism
  • Treatment & prevention of disorders of osteogenesis
  • Supplement in case of inadequate intake of calcium in childhood diet
  • Supplement in case of inadequate intake of calcium in rickets
  • Supplement in case of inadequate intake of calcium in pregnancy
  • Supplement in case of inadequate intake of calcium in lactation
  • Supplement in case of inadequate intake of calcium in elderly patients
  • Treatment of pancreatitis
  • Phosphate binder in chronic renal failure

Composition

  • Each tablet contains 1250 mg Calcium Carbonate (Coral source)
  • Each tablet contains 500 mg elemental Calcium
  • Each tablet contains 200 IU Vitamin D
  • Each DX tablet contains 1500 mg Calcium Carbonate (Coral source)
  • Each DX tablet contains 600 mg elemental Calcium
  • Each DX tablet contains 400 IU Vitamin D
  • Each effervescent tablet contains 1500 mg Calcium Carbonate (Coral source)
  • Each effervescent tablet contains 600 mg elemental Calcium
  • Each effervescent tablet contains 400 IU Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)

Pharmacology

  • Vital for a wide variety of bodily functions
  • Useful for prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis
  • Aids in Calcium absorption from the GI tract
  • Stimulates bone formation
  • Synergistic effects on bone growth
  • Coral source for better absorption
  • Chemical structure similar to human bone
  • Vitamin D aids in absorption of Calcium from GI tract

Dosage & Administration

  • One tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water
  • Take with a full stomach for better absorption
  • Dissolve 1 effervescent tablet in a glass of water

Interaction

  • Thiazide diuretics reduce urinary excretion of calcium
  • Systemic corticosteroids reduce calcium absorption
  • Ion exchange resins and laxatives may reduce vitamin D absorption
  • Interferes with absorption of concomitantly administered tetracycline preparations
  • May increase toxicity of cardiac glycosides during treatment
  • Should be administered hours before intake of calcium tablet
  • Oxalic acid and phytic acid may inhibit calcium absorption

Contraindications

  • Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism
  • Hypercalciuria and nephrolithiasis
  • Hypersensitivity to the component of this preparation
  • Severe renal insufficiencies
  • Concomitant digoxin therapy

Side Effects

  • GI tract irritation
  • Constipation
  • Rarely produced hypercalcemia
  • Allergic reactions
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Decreased appetite
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Occasional skin rash

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Daily intake should not exceed 1500 mg calcium and 600 IU cholecalciferol
  • Reproductive toxicity with high doses of vitamin D in animals
  • Avoid overdoses as it may lead to adverse effects on the developing fetus
  • No indications of teratogenicity in humans
  • Vitamin D3 passes into breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

  • Monitor serum calcium levels and renal function during long-term treatment
  • Monitor renal function in elderly patients
  • Use with caution in patients with impairment of renal function
  • Take into account the risk of soft tissue calcification

Overdose Effects

  • Hypervitaminosis D
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Symptoms include anorexia, thirst, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, mental disturbances
  • Extreme cases may lead to coma and death

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 Ocoral D 500 mg Tablet

  • Used to prevent and treat calcium and vitamin D deficiency
  • Important for building and maintaining strong bones and teeth
  • Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
  • Treatment of rickets
  • Treatment of osteomalacia
  • Improvement of bone health in the elderly
  • Shouldn't be taken in case of high calcium or vitamin D levels, kidney stones, sarcoidosis, allergic to ingredients

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