Shelcal-CT 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. Shelcal-CT Tablet consists of two medicines: Calcium (mineral) and Calcitriol (Vitamin D). Calcium is a mineral that is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Calcitriol is a steroid hormone produced in the skin when exposed to ultraviolet light or obtained from food sources. It helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone.

FAQs

How does Shelcal-CT Tablet work?

Shelcal-CT Tablet consists of two vitamins: Calcium and Calcitriol (vitamin D). Calcium is a mineral used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Calcitriol helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralisation of bone.

Is it ideal to use antacids while using Shelcal-CT Tablet ?

Antacids may alter the absorption of Calcium from Shelcal-CT Tablet . Hence it is advised to take Shelcal-CT Tablet two hours before or four hours after taking antacids.

Can I take Shelcal-CT Tablet if I suffer from hypercalcemia (high calcium levels in the blood)?

Shelcal-CT Tablet is used to treat low levels of calcium in the body. Hence it is not advised to use Shelcal-CT Tablet if you have hypercalcemia since higher calcium levels may lead to kidney stones and other effects.

Does Shelcal-CT Tablet cause kidney stones?

Shelcal-CT Tablet can cause kidney stones due to excess calcium deposition when used for a prolonged period. Please consult your doctor before taking Shelcal-CT Tablet as a daily supplement if you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones.

Is it okay to take Shelcal-CT Tablet with milk?

Milk is considered to be the best source of calcium. You can take Shelcal-CT Tablet with milk.