Cokal Tablet is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body like Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, hypoparathyroidism, latent tetany, and rickets or osteomalacia. Cokal Tablet consists of two medicines: Calcium (mineral) and Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol). Calcium is a mineral used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Vitamin D3 helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone. It aids in calcium absorption enabling bone growth and repair. It further prevents cartilage degeneration.

FAQs

How does Cokal Tablet work?

Cokal Tablet consists of Calcium and Vitamin D3. Calcium is a mineral, it prevents or treats calcium deficiency. Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone. When you don't get enough Vitamin D from food sources and sunlight exposure, Cokal Tablet helps replenish those low levels.

What happens if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage

Can I take the tablet/capsule with milk?

Milk is considered to be the best source of calcium. You can take the tablet/capsule with milk.

Can I take Cokal Tablet if I suffer from hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels in the blood)?

Cokal Tablet is used to increase low levels of calcium in the body. Hence, it is not advised to use Cokal Tablet if you have hypercalcaemia since it causes the overdose of calcium leading to kidney stones and other effects.

Can I take antacids while using Cokal Tablet ?

Antacids may increase the absorption of Calcium from Cokal Tablet . Hence, taking Cokal Tablet two hours before or four hours after taking antacids is advised.