D-Coral 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Coral calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Goodman pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of Osteoporosis
- Treatment of Osteomalacia
- Treatment of Tetany
- Treatment of Hypoparathyroidism
- Supplement for inadequate intake of Calcium in childhood diet
- Use during rickets, pregnancy, and lactation
- Treatment of pancreatitis
- Phosphate binder in chronic renal failure
Composition
- Calcium Carbonate USP 1250 mg (Coral source) equivalent to 500 mg of elemental Calcium & Vitamin D USP 200 IU per tablet
- Calcium Carbonate USP 1500 mg (Coral source) equivalent to 600 mg of elemental Calcium & Vitamin D USP 400 IU per DX tablet
- Calcium Carbonate (Coral source) USP 1500 mg equivalent to 600 mg of elemental Calcium and Vitamin D3 400 IU as Cholecalciferol USP per effervescent tablet
Pharmacology
- Importance of Calcium in bodily functions
- Clinical evidence for Calcium in prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis
- Role of Vitamin D in healthy bones and Calcium absorption
- Synergistic effects of Calcium and Vitamin D on bone growth and Osteoporosis prevention
- Absorption benefits of Coral Calcium
- Vitamin D3 aiding in absorption from GI tract and maintaining Calcium balance
Dosage & Administration
- Take one tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water
- Dissolve 1 effervescent tablet in a glass of water and drink orally
- Taking with a full stomach ensures better absorption
Interaction
- Effect of thiazide diuretics on urinary excretion of calcium
- Impact of systemic corticosteroids on calcium absorption
- Interference of calcium carbonate with the absorption of tetracycline preparations
- Effects of hypercalcaemia on the toxicity of cardiac glycosides
Contraindications
- Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism
- Hypercalciuria and nephrolithiasis
- Hypersensitivity to the components of the preparation
- Severe renal insufficiencies
- Concomitant digoxin therapy
Side Effects
- GI tract irritation and constipation due to orally administered Calcium Carbonate
- Rare occurrence of hypercalcemia
- Allergic reactions, irregular heartbeats, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, dry mouth, drowsiness
- Skin rash reported following Vitamin D Supplements
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Daily intake precautions during pregnancy
- Reproductive toxicity in animal studies with high doses of Vitamin D
- Avoiding overdoses of calcium and vitamin D during pregnancy
- Considerations for calcium and vitamin D3 passage into breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Serum calcium monitoring during long-term treatment
- Renal function monitoring in elderly patients and those with a tendency to calculus formation
- Caution in patients with impaired renal function and risk of soft tissue calcification
- Considerations for patients with severe renal insufficiency and sarcoidosis
- Increased risk of hypercalcaemia in immobilized patients with osteoporosis
Overdose Effects
- Hypervitaminosis D and hypercalcemia risks
- Symptoms of hypercalcaemia
- Treatment of hypercalcaemia including discontinuation of treatments and various monitoring
Therapeutic Class
- Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Protection from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
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