Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called nutritional supplements used to treat nutritional deficiencies such as calcium and vitamin D deficiency. A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb/get enough nutrients from food. Vitamins are necessary for body development and the prevention of diseases.

Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet is a combination of four supplements, namely: Calcium citrate, vitamin D3, magnesium and zinc. Calcium citrate makes the bones stronger by increasing their density. It helps in treating and preventing low calcium levels. Vitamin D3 is a form of vitamin D which helps in the absorption of calcium. Magnesium aids in the absorption of calcium by converting vitamin D into its active form. Zinc is necessary for bone-building cells and inhibits the formation of cells that cause the breakdown of bones. Together, Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet helps in strengthening of bones.

Take Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet as advised by the doctor. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as stomach upset, constipation, muscle weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, or herbal products before starting Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet . If you are known to be allergic to any of the components of Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet , please inform your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet should not be given to children unless advised by a doctor. Avoid or limit consuming alcohol along with Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet . 

Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet contains Calcium citrate, vitamin D3, magnesium, and zinc. Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet is used to treat calcium and vitamin D deficiency. Calcium citrate makes the bones stronger by increasing their density. It helps in treating and preventing low calcium levels. Vitamin D3 is a form of vitamin D which helps in the absorption of calcium. Magnesium aids in the absorption of calcium by converting vitamin D into its active form. Zinc is necessary for bone-building cells and inhibits the formation of cells that cause the breakdown of bones. Together, Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet helps in strengthening bones and treats nutritional deficiency.

• Stomach upset
• Constipation
• Muscle weakness
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Do not take Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have hypercalcaemia (high level of calcium in the blood), hypercalciuria (excess calcium in the urine), nephrocalcinosis (excess calcium deposition in the kidneys), nephrolithiasis (kidney stones), hypervitaminosis D (excess vitamin D), severe renal impairment or renal failure. Consult your doctor before taking Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet should be given to children only if advised by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet may interact with anti-epileptic (phenytoin), corticosteroid (cortisone), diuretics, tetracycline/quinolone antibiotics, and cardiac glycoside. 

Drug-Food Interaction: You are recommended to maintain a gap of two hours between Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet and foods containing oxalic acid and phytic acids such as spinach, rhubarb, and whole-grain cereals.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Linocal 1000/100/4/200 Tablet may have interactions with conditions such as hypercalcemia (high level of calcium in the blood), hypercalciuria (excess calcium in the urine), nephrocalcinosis (excess calcium deposition in the kidneys), nephrolithiasis (kidney stones), hypervitaminosis D (excess vitamin D), malabsorption, severe renal impairment or renal failure.

• PHENYTOIN
• CORTISONE

• Follow a well-balanced diet.
• Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health. 
• Rest well, get plenty of sleep.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Meditation and yoga can help lower stress.
• Avoid processed and fried food.

Nutritional deficiencies: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Vitamins are necessary for body development and the prevention of diseases. Sometimes your body is unable to absorb many nutrients even if you are consuming them. Nutrient deficiency can lead to many health problems like a weakened immune system, skin problems, digestion problems, defective bone growth, and neurological diseases.