Coraltec D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)

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

Category Details
Generic Coral calcium vitamin d3
Company Techno drugs ltd
Also available as
Coraltec dx 600 mg tablet

Indications

  • Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
  • Prevention and treatment of osteomalacia
  • Prevention and treatment of tetany
  • Prevention and treatment of hypoparathyroidism
  • Supplement for inadequate calcium intake in childhood diet
  • Supplement for pregnancy and lactation
  • Treatment for pancreatitis
  • Phosphate binder in chronic renal failure

Composition

  • Tablet contains 1250 mg calcium carbonate (coral source) equivalent to 500 mg elemental calcium and 200 IU vitamin D
  • DX tablet contains 1500 mg calcium carbonate (coral source) equivalent to 600 mg elemental calcium and 400 IU vitamin D
  • Effervescent tablet contains 1500 mg calcium carbonate (coral source) equivalent to 600 mg elemental calcium and 400 IU vitamin D3 as Cholecalciferol

Pharmacology

  • Importance of calcium for bodily functions
  • Role of vitamin D in bone health and calcium absorption
  • Synergistic effects of calcium and vitamin D on bone growth and osteoporosis prevention
  • Coral Calcium structure similarity to human bone
  • Better absorption with Coral Calcium

Dosage & Administration

  • One tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water
  • Dissolve 1 effervescent tablet in a glass of water to drink orally
  • Better absorption on a full stomach

Interaction

  • Thiazide diuretics reducing urinary excretion of calcium
  • Reduced calcium absorption with systemic corticosteroids
  • Interference with absorption of concomitantly administered tetracycline preparations
  • Increased risk of toxic effects with simultaneous use of calcium and cardiac glycosides
  • Necessity to administer Coraltec D at least three hours before bisphosphonate or sodium fluoride intake
  • Inhibition of calcium absorption with oxalic acid and phytic acid

Contraindications

  • Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism
  • Hypercalciuria and nephrolithiasis
  • Hypersensitivity to the components
  • Severe renal insufficiencies
  • Concomitant digoxin therapy

Side Effects

  • Irritation and constipation with orally administered Calcium Carbonate
  • Rare occurrence of hypercalcemia with large calcium doses in chronic renal failure patients
  • Allergic reactions, irregular heartbeats, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, dry mouth, drowsiness
  • Occasional skin rash from Vitamin D Supplements

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Daily intake limitations during pregnancy
  • Avoiding overdoses to prevent adverse effects on the developing fetus
  • Consideration of vitamin D passage into breast milk during breastfeeding

Precautions & Warnings

  • Monitoring serum calcium levels and renal function during long-term treatment
  • Monitoring serum calcium levels in elderly patients on concomitant treatment with cardiac glycosides or diuretics
  • Caution in patients with impairment of renal function
  • Risk of soft tissue calcification
  • Caution in immobilized patients with osteoporosis
  • Monitoring serum calcium levels and urinary calcium excretion in cases of additional calcium or vitamin D intake

Overdose Effects

  • Hypervitaminosis D and hypercalcemia leading to various symptoms
  • Possible irreversible renal damage and soft tissue calcification with persistently high calcium levels
  • Discontinuation of calcium and other relevant treatments
  • Monitoring of serum electrolytes, renal function, diuresis, ECG, and CVP in severe cases

Therapeutic Class

  • Specific mineral and vitamin combined preparations

Storage Conditions

  • Storage at temperature below 30°C
  • Protection from light and moisture
  • Keep out of reach of children

Common Questions about Coraltec D 500 mg Tablet

  • Combination of calcium carbonate and vitamin D3 for calcium and vitamin D deficiency prevention and treatment
  • Benefits including prevention of osteoporosis, treatment of rickets and osteomalacia, and improvement of bone health in the elderly
  • Contraindications for individuals with high calcium or vitamin D levels, kidney stones, sarcoidosis, or allergies to ingredients
  • Common side effects such as constipation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, drowsiness, and dry mouth
  • Recommended intake with food and precautions for specific groups

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