Boncoral 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 11.00 (6 x 10: ৳ 660.00)
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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Coral calcium vitamin d3
Company Veritas pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Boncoral dx 600 mg tablet

Indications

  • Treatment and prevention of osteoporosis
  • Osteomalacia
  • Tetany
  • Hypoparathyroidism
  • Disorders of osteogenesis
  • Supplement for inadequate intake of calcium in childhood diet
  • Rickets
  • Pregnancy and lactation
  • Pancreatitis
  • Phosphate binder in chronic renal failure

Composition

  • Tablet contains 1250 mg Calcium Carbonate (Coral source) equivalent to 500 mg elemental Calcium & 200 IU Vitamin D
  • DX tablet contains 1500 mg Calcium Carbonate (Coral source) equivalent to 600 mg elemental Calcium & 400 IU Vitamin D
  • Effervescent tablet contains 1500 mg Calcium Carbonate (Coral source) equivalent to 600 mg elemental Calcium & 400 IU Vitamin D3 as Cholecalciferol

Pharmacology

  • Clinical evidence of usefulness for prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis and associated fractures
  • Vitamin D essential for healthy bones and aids in Calcium absorption
  • Coral Calcium sourced with chemical structure similar to human bone for better absorption
  • Vitamin D3 aids in absorption from GI tract and helps maintain Calcium balance in the body

Dosage & Administration

One tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water or as directed by the physician. Effervescent tablet to be dissolved in a glass of water and taken orally.

Interaction

Thiazide diuretics, systemic corticosteroids, ion exchange resins, laxatives, tetracycline preparations, bisphosphonate, sodium fluoride, oxalic acid, and phytic acid.

Contraindications

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

Side Effects

  • GI tract irritation
  • Constipation
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Allergic reactions
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Decreased appetite
  • Dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
  • Skin rash

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Daily intake limits during pregnancy
  • Avoiding overdoses
  • Calcium and vitamin D3 pass into breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

  • Monitoring serum calcium levels and renal function during long-term treatment
  • Special attention in elderly patients and those with high tendency to calculus formation
  • Caution in patients with impairment of renal function
  • Monitoring serum calcium levels and urinary calcium excretion frequently

Overdose Effects

Hypervitaminosis D and hypercalcemia

Therapeutic Class

Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Storage Conditions

Store at temperature below 30°C, protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Common Questions about Boncoral 500 mg Tablet

    • What is Boncoral 500 mg Tablet?: Combination of calcium carbonate and vitamin D3. Used to prevent and treat calcium and vitamin D deficiency.
    • Benefits of taking Boncoral 500 mg Tablet:
      • Prevention and treatment of calcium and vitamin D deficiency
      • Prevention of osteoporosis
      • Treatment of rickets
      • Treatment of osteomalacia
      • Improvement of bone health in the elderly
    • Who should not take Boncoral 500 mg Tablet?:
      • People with high level of calcium or vitamin D in the blood
      • Kidney stones
      • Sarcoidosis
      • Allergic to ingredients in Coralcal D
    • Side effects of Boncoral 500 mg Tablet:
      • Constipation
      • Nausea
      • Vomiting
      • Diarrhea
      • Headache
      • Drowsiness
      • Dry mouth
    • How should I take Boncoral 500 mg Tablet?: Taken with food. Dosage may vary depending on individual needs.
    • Precautions for taking Boncoral 500 mg Tablet:
      • Shouldn't be taken if pregnant, breastfeeding, have high levels of calcium or vitamin D in blood, have kidney stones, or allergic to any of the medicine's ingredients

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