Calgi-D 500 mg+200 IU

Calgi-D 500 mg+200 IU | INDICATIONS AND USES

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

Calgi-D 500 mg+200 IU | PHARMACOLOGY

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.

Calgi-D 500 mg+200 IU | DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

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

Calgi-D 500 mg+200 IU | DRUG INTERACTIONS

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.

Calgi-D 500 mg+200 IU | 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.

Calgi-D 500 mg+200 IU | USE DURING PREGNANCY AND LACTATION

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

Calgi-D 500 mg+200 IU | PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS

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

Calgi-D 500 mg+200 IU | USE IN SPECIAL POPULATIONS

Not recommended for children under 12 years.

Calgi-D 500 mg+200 IU | THERAPEUTIC CLASS

Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Calgi-D 500 mg+200 IU | STORAGE CONDITIONS

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