Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+zinc+magnesium Hydroxide
About
Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc belongs to the group of medicines called nutritional supplements used to treat nutritional deficiency. A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb/get enough nutrients from food. Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc may be used in the management of hypocalcaemia in patients undergoing dialysis, post-menopausal osteoporosis, low calcium levels in hypoparathyroidism, osteomalacia, osteoporosis, renal tubular osteocalcaemia, vitamin D dependant rickets, hypocalcaemia and hypomagnesaemia.
Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc is a combination of four supplements, namely: Calcium carbonate, cholecalciferol, magnesium hydroxide and zinc. Calcium carbonate makes the bones stronger by increasing their density. It helps in treating and preventing low calcium levels. Cholecalciferol is a form of vitamin D which helps in the absorption of calcium. Magnesium hydroxide aids in the absorption of calcium by converting vitamin D into its active form. Zinc is necessary for bone-building cells, normal growth, and tissue repair. Together, Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc helps in strengthening of bones.
You are advised to take Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you, depending on your medical condition. 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 Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc. If you are known to be allergic to any of the components in Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc, please inform your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc should not be given to children unless recommended by a doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc.
Uses of Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+zinc+magnesium Hydroxide
Medicinal Benefits
Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc is a combination of four supplements, namely: Calcium carbonate, cholecalciferol, magnesium hydroxide, and zinc. Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc may be used in the management of hypocalcaemia in patients undergoing dialysis, post-menopausal osteoporosis, low calcium levels in hypoparathyroidism, osteomalacia, osteoporosis in males, renal tubular osteocalcaemia, hypocalcaemia and hypomagnesaemia. Calcium carbonate makes the bones stronger by increasing their density. It helps in treating and preventing low calcium levels. Cholecalciferol is a form of vitamin D which helps in the absorption of calcium. Magnesium hydroxide 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. It also helps improve vitamin D response and helps arrest bone loss in post-menopausal women. Together, Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc helps in strengthening of bones.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+zinc+magnesium Hydroxide
- Stomach upset
- Constipation
- Muscle weakness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc if you are allergic to any of its components. 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 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc should be given to children only if recommended by the doctor. Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines or herbal products before starting Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc may interact with anti-epileptic (phenytoin, phenobarbital), corticosteroid (cortisone), diuretics, tetracycline/quinolone antibiotics, and cardiac glycoside.
Drug-Food Interactions: Maintain a gap of two hours between Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc and foods containing oxalic acid and phytic acids such as spinach, rhubarb, and whole-grain cereals.
Drug-Disease Interactions: 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), malabsorption, severe renal impairment or renal failure.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you are pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will recommend only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionCalcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc is unlikely to affect your ability to drive. However, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
Liver
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
cautionCalcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc should be given to children only if recommended by the doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- 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.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
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.
FAQs
Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc contains calcium carbonate, cholecalciferol, magnesium hydroxide and zinc. Calcium carbonate makes the bones stronger by increasing their density. It helps in bone formation and maintenance. Cholecalciferol helps in the absorption of calcium. Magnesium hydroxide 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, Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc helps in strengthening of bones.
Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc can be taken with antibiotics if advised by the doctor. Antibiotics should be taken 2 hours before or 4-6 hours after taking Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc as taking them together might affect their absorption.
Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc may cause constipation. Eat fibre-rich food and drink plenty of fluids if you experience constipation. Consult your doctor if you have severe constipation.
Avoid consuming foods containing oxalic acid and phytic acid such as spinach, rhubarb, and whole-grain cereals as they might inhibit the absorption of calcium. Maintain a gap of two hours between Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc and foods containing oxalic acid or phytic acid.
Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc can be taken with levothyroxine if advised by the doctor. Calcium might lower the effectiveness of levothyroxine, therefore, maintain a gap of 4hours between Calcium Carbonate+cholecalciferol+magnesium Hydroxide+zinc and levothyroxine.
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