Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+zinc+vitamin K2 7
About
Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc belongs to the class of medicines called dietary supplements used to treat post-menopausal osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones). Postmenopause is a condition in which women have not had a period for 12 months or longer. Osteoporosis is a bone disease that weakens and thins bones by decreasing bone density which is common in post-menopausal women. As the density of bones decreases, they weaken and are more likely to break.
Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc contains Calcitriol, Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, and vitamin K2-7. Calcitriol is a man-made form of Vitamin D3 and treats calcium deficiency. It raises Vitamin D levels and thereby helps in improving the absorption rate of calcium from the stomach. Calcium is a mineral that is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Magnesium and Zinc are minerals that provide essential nutrients to the body. Vitamin K2-7 helps build and maintain bones.
Take Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc as recommended by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience stomach upset, diarrhoea, gas, and constipation. Most of these side effects of Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc. Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor. Drive only if you are alert after taking Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc. If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc. Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines or herbal products before starting Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc.
Uses of Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+zinc+vitamin K2 7
Medicinal Benefits
Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc contains Calcitriol, Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, and vitamin K2-7. Calcitriol is a man-made form of Vitamin D3 and treats calcium deficiency. It raises Vitamin D levels and thereby helps in improving the absorption rate of calcium from the stomach. Calcium is a mineral that is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. Calcium and Magnesium provide essential nutrients to maintain healthy muscles, bones, and nerves. Zinc is essential for improving the immune system. Vitamin K2-7 helps to build and maintain bones. Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc increases mineral content and bone strength and thereby reduces the chance of fracture. Thus, it is used in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and post-menopausal osteoporosis.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+zinc+vitamin K2 7
- Stomach upset
- Diarrhoea
- Gas
- Constipation
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc. Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor. You are recommended to avoid using other vitamin D preparations with Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc. Drive only if you are alert after taking Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc. If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc may interact with steroids (fluticasone, prednisone, dexamethasone), anticonvulsants (phenytoin, phenobarbital), water pill (hydrochlorothiazide), antifungal (ketoconazole), high cholesterol-lowering medicines (cholestyramine), iron supplement (ferrous sulfate), thyroid drugs (levothyroxine), painkillers (aspirin), antidepressants (duloxetine).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid spinach, rhubarb, bran and whole grains with Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc as they may reduce the absorption of calcium.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have high levels of vitamin D or calcium in the blood, kidney stones, parathyroid gland disorder, cancer, liver or kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionInteraction of alcohol with Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc is advised for pregnant women only if your doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. However, if you are taking Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc while breastfeeding, the serum calcium levels of mother and infant will be monitored.
Driving
cautionDrive only if you are alert after taking Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc.
Liver
cautionTake Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
cautionCalcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese, or milk-based custard in your diet.
- Eat daily a serving of broccoli, cabbage, bok choy (chinese white cabbage), spinach, and other green leafy vegetables.
- Snack on calcium-rich nuts like Brazil nuts or almonds.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over your food, vegetables, and salads. Sesame seeds are high in calcium.
- Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks, and alcohol as they may inhibit calcium absorption.
- Replace meat with tofu or tempeh for extra calcium in your food.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Osteoporosis: It is a bone disease that weakens and thins bones by decreasing bone density. As the density of bones decreases, they weaken and are more likely to break. Post-menopausal women are more likely to develop osteoporosis than men because, at menopause, a woman’s ovaries stop the production of oestrogen (a female hormone) which is essential to keep bones healthy. Following menopause, bone loss occurs making bones weak and more likely to break. Also, long-term use of steroids may affect bone strength and cause osteoporosis in both men and women. Signs and symptoms include back pain caused by a fractured or collapsed vertebra, loss of height over time, a stooped posture, and a bone that breaks much more easily than expected.
FAQs
Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc contains Calcitriol, Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc and vitamin K2-7. It works by restoring essential nutrients in the body. Thereby, it increases mineral content and bone strength, thus reducing the chance of fracture.
You are not recommended to take Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc if you have hypercalcemia (high levels of calcium in the blood) as it may worsen the condition. However, your doctor may check the levels of calcium and vitamin D before starting treatment with Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc.
Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc may cause constipation as a temporary side effect. Eat fibre-rich food and drink plenty of fluids if you experience constipation. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
You are not recommended to take Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc with phenytoin as it may reduce the effectiveness of Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc. However, please consult a doctor before taking Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc with other medicines.
Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc is not recommended for patients having kidney stones as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have kidney stones or any other kidney problems before taking Calcitriol+calcium+magnesium+vitamin K2 7+zinc.
