Generic: Algae Calcium Vitamin D3 | Dosage Form: Tablet | Manufacturer: Biogen Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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
Dosage & Administration
Usual adult dose: 1 tablet in the morning and 1 tablet at night. Tablet should be taken orally.
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.
Precautions & Warnings
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.
Therapeutic Class
Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations
Storage Conditions
Store below 30°C and away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.