CALCIUM CARBONATE CALCITRIOL ZINC SOFTGEL CAPSULES

Calcium carbonate 0.25 mg, Calcitriol 500 mg and Zinc Softgel Capsules are prescribed to level up the low calcium levels in the body. Calcium is essential mineral used by the body for the maintaining strong bones and teeth. It also facilitates relaxing and contracting of muscles and clotting of blood. Deficiency of calcium can lead to brittle bones( osteoporosis), rickets and hypoparathyroidism( decreased levels of parathyroid hormone) When the diet does not provides sufficient calcium, these dietary supplements are used to meet the required needs of the body.

Calcitriol is a hormone formed in the kidneys which ensures adequate level of calcium and phosphorous levels. It also prevents excessive levels or calcium in the body. Zinc is a trace mineral needed by the body only in small amounts but its function is very important. It Initiates DNA creating and growth of body cells. Altogether, all of them play an essential role in the body and should be provided according to the body’s need.

Directions to Use Calcium carbonate 0.25 mg, Calcitriol 500 mg and Zinc Softgel Capsules

Take these softgel capsules as directed by the doctor. Generally, one capsule is taken in 24 hours. Donot chew or break open the capsule as it may cause harm to the drug components. Swallow it at once with a glass of water.

The duration and dosage may be altered by the doctor depending upon your medical condition. Donot exceed the prescribed dosage or it may cause unpleasant effects on the body.Contact the doctor for more details.

Safety Guidelines

Certain rules must be taken care of while using Calcium carbonate 0.25 mg, Calcitriol 500 mg and Zinc Softgel capsules. These are as follows:

1. Inform your doctor prehand if you are suffering from Hypercalcemia( excessive calcium levels), malabsorption syndrome, and hypervitaminosis D ( increased levels of vitamin d in the body).
2. Donot use these supplementary capsules if you have any kidney/liver/heart/intestinal problems. Its use is to be avoided in people having crohn’s disease, kidney stones, whipple’s disease or phosphate imbalance.
3. Excessive mineral levels may be harmful in pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using Calcium carbonate 0.25 mg, Calcitriol 500 mg and Zinc Softgel capsules to avoid any medical emergencies.
4. It is yet to be found if this medicine passes via breastmilk. Hence, breastfeeding mothers should cautiously use these capsules with proper consultation from the doctor.
5. The use of this medicine is unrecomended in children until the doctor advises the other way. It can affect the growth in some cases.
6. Donot overuse this medicine as it may lead to toxic levels of calcium and vitamin D in the body.

Undesirable Effects of Calcium carbonate 0.25 mg, Calcitriol 500 mg and Zinc Softgel Capsules

Common side effects of using this medicine is listed below. Most of them develop and go away on their own. Persistent side effects must be reported to the doctor right away.

• Nausea
• Headache or Diziness
• Constipation and indigestion
• Stomach pain
• Tiredness/fatigue
• Mood changes
• Fast or irregular heartbeat

Note : Serious side effects or allergies are rare. Consult you doctor promptl if you have trouble breathing, extreme tiredness, suffocation or excessive sweating. A rash may be a sign of a skin allergy.

Frequently Asked Queries

Q1. Can diabetic patients take Calcium carbonate 0.25 mg, Calcitriol 500 mg and Zinc Softgel capsules?

People suffering from type 1 or type 2 diabetes must contact their doctor before using this medicine as it contains sugar and sorbitol.

Q2. What are the symptoms of calcium deficiency?

Symptoms of calcium and D3 deficinecy include muscle spasms, weak and brittle nails, memory loss, confusion and fatigue.

Q3. Should we take this medicine twice a day?

The required dosage and duration will be presvribed by the doctor. Mostly, one dose of Calcium carbonate 0.25 mg, Calcitriol 500 mg and Zinc Softgel capsules is to be taken in a day.

Q4. What time is it best to take Calcium carbonate 0.25 mg, Calcitriol 500 mg and Zinc Softgel capsules ?

It is a personal choice to take these capsules once a day at any time. Consult your doctor for accurate information on the timely dosage.