Aquacal-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 11.00 (6 x 10: ৳ 660.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 110.00
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Algae calcium vitamin d3 |
Company | Popular pharmaceuticals ltd |
Also available as |
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
- Calcium is essential for bone strength
- Clinical evidence for prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
- Vitamin D3 aids in calcium absorption
- Stimulates bone formation
- Synergistic effects on bone growth and osteoporosis prevention
Dosage & Administration
- Usual adult dose: 1 tablet in the morning and 1 tablet at night
- Oral administration
Interaction
- Reduces absorption of bisphosphonates, ciprofloxacin, fluorides, iron, levothyroxine, tetracycline and zinc
- Reduced absorption by corticosteroids
- Increased risk of hypercalcemia with thiazides and related diuretics
Contraindications
- Hypocalcemia and hypercalciuria
- Metastatic calcification
- Hypersensitivity to any component of the 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
- Use considering the risk-benefit ratio
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with renal impairment
- Sarcoidosis
- Hypercalcemia
- 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
- Away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children