Surecal-DX 600 mg+400 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 450.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 150.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Eggshell calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Ziska pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of bone loss (osteoporosis)
- Treatment of weak bones (osteomalacia, osteopenia)
- Treatment of rickets
- Treatment of decreased activity of the parathyroid gland (hypoparathyroidism)
- Treatment of latent tetany (certain muscle disease)
- Supplement for pregnancy and lactation
- Treatment of post-menopausal osteoporosis
- Treatment of senile osteoporosis
- Treatment of drug-induced osteoporosis
Composition
- 500 mg & 200 IU option: Calcium Carbonate BP 1250 mg + Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) BP 200 IU
- 600 mg & 400 IU option: Calcium Carbonate BP 1500 mg + Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) BP 400 IU
Description
- Combination of Calcium Carbonate and Vitamin D3
- Calcium obtained from European eggshell source
- Contains essential salts and minerals for bone development
- Enriches the organic matrix of bones
- Contains soluble transport proteins for maximum absorption
- Higher absorption rate than Algae, Coral, or Rock-based Calcium
Pharmacology
- Calcium necessary for normal functioning of bone, nerve cells, and muscles
- Vitamin D3 helps in the absorption of Calcium
- Important for building and keeping strong bones and healthy muscles
Dosage & Administration
- Oral administration
- One tablet in the morning and one tablet at night
Interaction
- Potential interactions with digoxin, antacids, other Calcium supplements, calcitriol, tetracycline, doxycycline, aminocycline, oxytetracycline
- Reduction of Calcium uptake by concomitant ingestion of certain foods
Contraindications
- Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism
- Hypercalciuria and nephrolithiasis
- Hypersensitivity to the component of this preparation
- Severe renal insufficiencies
- Concomitant digoxin therapy
Side Effects
- Orally administered Calcium Carbonate may cause irritation to the GI tract and constipation
- Rare side effects may include kidney stone, hypercalcemia, alkalosis, and loss of appetite
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safe use as directed by the physician
Precautions & Warnings
- Discontinuation required in case of hypercalcemia
- Patients with a history of kidney stone formation should increase fluid intake
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, loss of appetite, metallic taste, diarrhea, weakness, headache, irritability, dizziness
Therapeutic Class
- Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool and dry place, away from light