Cal D 250mg Tablet
Product introduction
Cal D 250mg Tablet is a medicine used as a dietary supplement of calcium. It helps in treating calcium deficiency in the body, thereby reducing the risk of calcium disorders. It also helps keep the bones strong and reduces spasms of the hands and feet.
Cal D 250mg Tablet can be taken in an empty stomach or along with food. Take it regularly in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Cal D 250mg Tablet is well tolerated with little or no side effects. Tell your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any kidney disorders.
Cal D 250mg Tablet can be taken in an empty stomach or along with food. Take it regularly in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Cal D 250mg Tablet is well tolerated with little or no side effects. Tell your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any kidney disorders.
Uses of Cal D Tablet
- Treatment of Calcium deficiency
Benefits of Cal D Tablet
In Treatment of Calcium deficiency
Cal D 250mg Tablet is a nutritional supplement that is used to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels in people who do not get enough calcium from their diets. It improves the level of calcium in the body. This helps keep your bones strong and healthy and reduce the risk of any bone disorders like osteoporosis. Calcium is also necessary for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscle and heart. Taking it as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Cal D Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cal D
- No common side effects seen
How to use Cal D Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cal D 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Cal D Tablet works
Cal D 250mg Tablet is a mineral that provides essential nutrients.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cal D 250mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cal D 250mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cal D 250mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Cal D 250mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cal D 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cal D 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cal D 250mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cal D 250mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Cal D 250mg Tablet is prescribed to treat calcium deficiency.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems, or if you have ever had kidney stones.
- In general, it's best to take Cal D 250mg Tablet with food for better absorption.
- If you’re taking an iron supplement, don’t take it at the same time you take your calcium supplement. Each can interfere with the other’s absorption.
- Along with taking Cal D 250mg Tablet include calcium-rich food in your diet like milk, cheese, yogurt, calcium-fortified soya milk, and green leafy vegetables like spinach.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alkaline Earth Metal
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
Minerals
Interaction with drugs
Taking Cal D with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause serious cardiorespiratory problems, especially in newborns.
Do not consume Ceftriaxone with Calcium. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your d
Calcium may reduce blood levels of Norfloxacin.
Ensure a gap of at least 2 hours between taking Norfloxacin and Calcium.
Calcium may reduce blood levels of Sparfloxacin.
Ensure a gap of at least 2 hours between taking Sparfloxacin and Calcium.
Calcium may reduce blood levels of Ciprofloxacin.
Ensure a gap of at least 2 hours between taking Ciprofloxacin and Calcium.
Calcium may reduce blood levels of Chloroquine.
If concurrent use is essential, ensure a gap of at least 3 hours between taking Chloroquine and Calcium.
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can I take Cal D 250mg Tablet with milk?
Milk is one of the richest sources of Cal D 250mg Tablet. Yes, patient can take Cal D 250mg Tablet supplement with milk
Can I take calcium with vitamin C?
There has been no study to prove interaction between Vitamin C and calcium. However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use
Can I take Cal D 250mg Tablet with coffee/ tea?
No, coffee/ tea can reduce the absorption of Cal D 250mg Tablet in the body
Can I take calcium with magnesium?
No, patient should avoid concomitant administration of calcium along with magnesium. There could be increase in urinary calcium excretion when calcium is given along with magnesium. Please follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use
Can I take calcium with vitamin D?
Yes, calcium can be taken with vitamin D. It helps in absorption of calcium in the body
Can I take calcium with metformin?
There has been no study that proved interaction between calcium and metformin. However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use
Can I take Cal D 250mg Tablet with Synthroid?
You should avoid concomitant use of Cal D 250mg Tablet and Synthroid within 4 hours. However, patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use
Can I take Cal D 250mg Tablet with other supplements?
You should consult your doctor regarding use of other supplement along with Cal D 250mg Tablet
Does Cal D 250mg Tablet help in weight loss/weight gain?
The results from the studies conducted do not report the role of Cal D 250mg Tablet in weight loss or increase in weight. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use
Does Cal D 250mg Tablet increase height/blood pressure?
No study has been reported on role of Cal D 250mg Tablet in height gain or increase or decrease in blood pressure. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use
Does Cal D 250mg Tablet tablet cause kidney stones?
Yes, Cal D 250mg Tablet supplement may cause kidney stones if taken at larger dose or for prolonged duration. Always consult your doctor regarding its use
Does Cal D 250mg Tablet cause constipation?
Yes, use of Cal D 250mg Tablet may cause constipation. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
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Name: Symet Drugs Ltd
Address: Block III, Flat No 102, Satya Kalyan's, R B R Complex, Miyapur, Hyderabad-500050.
Country of origin: India
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