Ovojen-D 500 mg+200 IU (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (5 x 10: ৳ 500.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Eggshell calcium vitamin d3 |
| Company | Jenphar bangladesh 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
- Use in pregnancy and lactation
- Use in post-menopausal osteoporosis
- Use in senile osteoporosis
- Use in conditions induced by drugs like Phenytoin, Phenobarbital or Prednisolone
Composition
- Two variants: 500 mg & 200 IU, 600 mg & 400 IU
- Calcium Carbonate BP (eggshell source) 1250 mg equivalent to 500 mg of elemental Calcium and Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) BP 200 IU
- Calcium Carbonate BP (eggshell source) 1500 mg equivalent to 600 mg of elemental Calcium and 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 including Magnesium, Phosphorus & Strontium
Pharmacology
- Importance of Calcium in normal body functioning
- Role of Calcium in bone, nerve cells, muscle, and vital organs
- Role of Vitamin D3 in aiding Calcium absorption
Dosage & Administration
- Route of Administration: Oral
- One tablet in the morning and one at night or as directed by physician
- Use in children and adolescents should be directed by physician
Interaction
- Possible interactions with digoxin, antacids, other Calcium supplements, calcitriol, tetracycline, doxycycline, aminocycline, oxytetracycline
- Reduced intestinal uptake of Calcium by certain foods
Contraindications
- Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism
- Hypercalciuria and nephrolithiasis
- Hypersensitivity to the component of the preparation
- Severe renal insufficiencies
- Concomitant digoxin therapy
Side Effects
- Common side effects: irritation to the GI tract, constipation (eggshell Calcium is safe without causing GI discomfort or constipation)
- Rare side effects: kidney stone, hypercalcemia, alkalosis, loss of appetite
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Usage as directed by physician during Pregnancy and Lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Discontinuation required in case of hypercalcemia
- Recommendation to increase fluid intake for patients with a history of kidney stone formation
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of overdose 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 (below 30°C) and dry place, away from light
- Keep out of the reach of children