Caltrate D 600mg 60 Tablets

Caltrate D 60 Tablets
600 mg Calcium Carbonate.
800 IU Vitamin D.

Calcium replacement/Supplement, used to prevent or treat negative calcium balance; in osteoporosis, it helps to prevent or decrease the rate of bone loss.
Vitamin D is enhancing the absorption of calcium.

Indications:
• Calcium supplementation: for use as a dietary supplement when calcium intake may be inadequate (e.g. osteoporosis, osteomalacia, hypocalcaemia rickets).

How to use:
One tablet daily with or after meal.

Active Ingredients:
Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin D.

Side effects:
• Hypercalcemia.
• Flatulence.
• Abdominal Distension.
• Constipation.

Cautions:
• Mild to moderate renal failure or mild hypercalciuria. Periodic check of plasma calcium levels and urinary calcium excretion should be made.
• History of renal stones.
• In long-term treatment, it is advisable to monitor serum and urinary calcium levels and kidney function.
• Stop treatment if urinary calcium exceeds 7.5 mmol / 24 hours calcium carbonate.
• Contraindicated in patients with hypercalcaemia or hypercalciuri.

Interactions:
• Bisphosphonates: calcium reduces absorption of bisphosphonates. Separate by 2 hours.
• Thyroid Products: Calcium Salts may diminish the therapeutic effect of Thyroid Products. Separate by 4 hours
• Thiazide and Thiazide-Like diuretics: may decrease the excretion of calcium salts. continued concomitant use can also result in metabolic alkalosis.

Quantity:
60 Tablets.

How to store:
Keep at room temperature.