Corast-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 9.00 (6 x 10: ৳ 540.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 90.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Coral calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Astra biopharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment & prevention of osteoporosis
- Treatment & prevention of osteomalacia
- Treatment & prevention of tetany
- Treatment & prevention of hypoparathyroidism
- Supplement for inadequate calcium intake in childhood diet
- Treatment in case of inadequate calcium intake during pregnancy & lactation
- Used as a phosphate binder in chronic renal failure
- Treatment of disorders of osteogenesis
Composition
- Tablet contains Calcium Carbonate USP 1250 mg
- Each tablet contains 500 mg of elemental Calcium & Vitamin D USP 200 IU
- Each DX tablet contains Calcium Carbonate USP 1500 mg
- Each effervescent tablet contains Calcium Carbonate USP 1500 mg and Vitamin D3 400 IU as Cholecalciferol USP
Pharmacology
- Adequate Calcium is vital for bodily functions
- Clinical evidence supports use for prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis
- Vitamin D essential for healthy bones & aids in Calcium absorption
- Coral Calcium structure similar to human bone for better absorption
- Vitamin D3 aids in absorption and helps maintain Calcium balance
Dosage & Administration
- One tablet once or twice daily with water
- Dissolve 1 effervescent tablet in a glass of water and drink orally
- Taking with full stomach ensures better absorption
Interaction
- Thiazide diuretics reduce urinary excretion of calcium
- Systemic corticosteroids reduce calcium absorption
- Ion exchange resins and laxatives may reduce vitamin D absorption
- Calcium carbonate may interfere with tetracycline absorption
- Hypercalcaemia may increase toxicity of cardiac glycosides
Contraindications
- Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism
- Hypercalciuria and nephrolithiasis
- Hypersensitivity to the preparation's components
- Severe renal insufficiencies
- Concomitant digoxin therapy
Side Effects
- May cause irritation and constipation
- Rarely produces hypercalcemia when given in large doses
- May cause allergic reactions, irregular heartbeats, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, dry mouth and drowsiness
- Vitamin D supplements may cause skin rash
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Daily intake should not exceed 1500 mg calcium and 600 IU cholecalciferol
- Overdoses should be avoided as they may cause permanent hypercalcemia
- Vitamin D at therapeutic doses is not teratogenic in humans
- Calcium and vitamin D3 pass into breast milk, should be considered when giving additional vitamin D to the child
Precautions & Warnings
- Serum calcium levels should be followed during long-term treatment
- Renal function should be monitored, especially in elderly patients and those on concomitant treatment with cardiac glycosides or diuretics
- Vitamin D should be used with caution in patients with impaired renal function
- Patients with severe renal insufficiency should use other forms of vitamin D
- Prescribed with caution to patients suffering from sarcoidosis and immobilized patients with osteoporosis
Overdose Effects
- Can lead to hypervitaminosis D and hypercalcemia
- Symptoms may include anorexia, thirst, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, mental disturbances, polydipsia, polyuria, bone pain, nephrocalcinosis, nephrolithiasis, cardiac arrhythmias, coma, and death
- Treatment involves discontinuing calcium and other 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
Common Questions about Corast-D 500 mg Tablet
- Combination of calcium carbonate and vitamin D3 for preventing and treating deficiency
- Benefits include prevention of osteoporosis and treatment of rickets, osteomalacia, and bone health in the elderly
- Not suitable for people with high levels of calcium or vitamin D, kidney stones, or allergic to its ingredients
- Common side effects include constipation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, drowsiness, and dry mouth
- Should be taken with food, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid it if they have high calcium or vitamin D levels, kidney stones, or allergies