Algecal Dx Tablet

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600 mg+400 IU
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Indications

This combination is indicated in following cases-

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

Interaction

With medicine:

Calcium salts reduce absorption of bisphosphonates, ciprofloxacin, fluorides, iron, levothyroxine, tetracycline and zinc
Absorption of calcium salts is reduced by corticosteroids
Increased risk of hypercalcemia when Calcium and Vitamin D3 given with thiazides and related diuretics

With food and others: No clinically significant food drug interaction have been reported.

Contraindications

Hypocalcemia and hypercalciuria
Metastatic calcification
Hypersensitivity to any of the components of Calcium and Vitamin D3 preparation

Side Effects

Common side effects of Calcium and Vitamin D3 may include an irregular heartbeat, nausea, dry mouth, weakness, headache, a metallic taste in mouth, muscle or bone pain and drowsiness. Rare side effects are high amount of Calcium in blood, constipation, diarrhoea, loss of appetite.

Dosage

Usual adult dose: 1 tablet in the morning and 1 tablet at night. Tablet should be taken orally.

Administration

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Pregnancy Cat

During pregnancy & lactation: Calcium and Vitamin D3 should be used considering the risk-benefit ratio.

Precautions

Caution should be taken in patients with renal impairment, sarcoidosis, hypercalcemia and hypercalciuria.

Overdose Effects

At high doses it may result in nausea, vomiting, dizziness, anorexia, abdominal cramps, headache, constipation etc. Treatment includes cessation of therapy & adequate rehydration.

Drug Classes

Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C and away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Composition

Each film coated tablet contains-

Calcium Carbonate (Algae Source) BP 1250 mg equivalent to elemental Calcium 500 mg.
Vitamin D3 200 IU as Cholecalciferol USP.

Mode Of Action

Calcium (Algae Source) is an essential element and plays vital role in the body. It makes body's framework stronger by building bones. Clinical evidence suggests that calcium is useful for prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and associated fractures. Vitamin D3 is also essential for healthy bones as it aids in calcium absorption from the Gl tract. In addition to this it stimulates bone formation. Controlled clinical studies show that Calcium and Vitamin D3 have synergistic effects on bone growth as well as in osteoporosis and fracture prevention.

Reconstitution

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