CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE
About
CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE belongs to a class of medications called nutritional supplements used to treat nutritional deficiencies. A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Vitamins and minerals are necessary for body development and the prevention of diseases.
CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE is a combination of four drugs, namely: Calcium, Folic acid, Glycine, and Vitamin D2. Calcium strengthens bones and reduces weakness. Folic acid is essential for heme (pigmented, iron-containing portion of hemoglobin in red blood cells) formation. Glycine is an amino acid that is necessary for the healthy development of muscles, tissues, and the skeleton. Vitamin D2 is essential for intestinal phosphorus and calcium absorption. Together CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE improves the overall health of the body.
Take CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience nausea, vomiting, constipation, loss of appetite, or flatulence (gas). Most of these side effects of CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE 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 CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE should be used in children only if recommended by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE. If you are undergoing dialysis, inform your doctor before taking CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE.
Uses of CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE
Medicinal Benefits
CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE contains Calcium, Folic acid, Glycine and Vitamin D2. Calcium strengthens bones and reduces weakness. Folic acid increases the production of healthy red blood cells. Glycine is an amino acid that is necessary for the healthy development of muscles, tissues and skeleton. Vitamin D2 is essential for intestinal phosphorus and calcium absorption. Together CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE improves the overall health of the body.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Loss of appetite
- Flatulence (gas)
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE should be used in children only if recommended by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE. If you are undergoing dialysis, inform your doctor before taking CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are taking antacids, zinc supplements or any other medicines.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE may interact with anticonvulsants (phenobarbital, primidone, phenytoin), antibiotics (trimethoprim), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (aspirin), antidepressants (duloxetine), thyroid medicine (levothyroxine), water pill (hydrochlorothiazide), high cholesterol-lowering medicine (cholestyramine), iron supplement (ferrous sulphate), anti-inflammatory drug (sulfasalazine), anticancer drug (fluorouracil).
Drug-Food Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are taking zinc supplements or medicines containing zinc.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have cancer, pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12), high calcium or vitamin D levels, electrolyte imbalance, kidney or heart disease, tumour or if you are receiving a stent in the heart or undergoing haemodialysis due to kidney failure, inform your doctor before taking CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid consumption of alcohol with CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE as it may decrease the absorption of CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionCALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE may be excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
not applicableCALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
cautionTake CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Inform your doctor if you are undergoing dialysis.
Children
cautionCALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE should be used with caution in children if recommended by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.
- Limit junk food items from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
- Eat cabbage, spinach, broccoli, asparagus, kale, Brussels sprouts, lentils, peas, and beans. Also include beef and yeast extracts, poultry, liver, shellfish and pork.
- Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
- Avoid consumption of alcohol.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Nutritional deficiencies: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough food nutrients. Vitamins and minerals 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+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE contains Calcium, Folic acid, Glycine and Vitamin D2. Calcium strengthens bones and reduces weakness. Folic acid increases the production of healthy red blood cells. Glycine is an amino acid that is necessary for the healthy development of muscles, tissues and skeleton. Vitamin D2 is essential for intestinal phosphorus and calcium absorption. Together CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE improves the overall health of the body.
CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE may cause constipation as a mild and temporary side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
You are not recommended to take CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the levels of CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, if you are supposed to use these medicines together, please consult a doctor so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately to use safely.
CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE should be used with caution and in doses as advised by a doctor in dialysis patients with kidney failure. However, it is advised to inform your doctor if you are undergoing dialysis before taking CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE.
You are advised to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE and antacids containing aluminium and magnesium as they may reduce the absorption of CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE by the body. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with CALCIUM+VITAMIN D2+FOLIC ACID+GLYCINE.
