Nidcal CL Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of osteoporosis. It prevents bone loss and makes the bones stronger. This way it helps prevent bone fractures.
Nidcal CL Tablet is best taken on an empty stomach. You should take it regularly at a fixed time each day. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. It may take several days to get the full benefit of this drug. Do not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is right to stop. This medicine may only be part of a treatment program that may also include changes to your diet and taking other medicines and vitamin supplements.
The most common side effects of Nidcal CL Tablet include headache, back pain, musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain, indigestion, heartburn, and diarrhea. These are generally mild and usually resolve on their own. If they do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.
Before using Nidcal CL Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. To make sure the medicine is safe for you, let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. You may need frequent medical tests to check your kidney function and mineral levels while on treatment with this medicine. You should avoid consuming large amounts of alcohol, as it can cause bone loss. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Osteoporosis is a common condition that causes bones to become fragile and brittle so that they break (fracture) more easily. Fractures may be painful and restrict a person’s ability to carry out their normal daily tasks. Nidcal CL Tablet reduces the risk of a fracture occurring in osteoporosis. It also helps in the growth and development of bones as well as maintaining strong bones. Along with medicines, eat a balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, like dairy products, green leafy vegetables, etc.
Side effects of Nidcal CL 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 Nidcal CL
Headache
Increased calcium level in blood
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Rash
Urinary tract infection
How to use Nidcal CL 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. Nidcal CL Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Nidcal CL Tablet works
Nidcal CL Tablet is a combination of four medicines: calcitriol, calcium carbonate, zinc, and risedronate, which treat osteoporosis. Calcitriol is a form of vitamin D that helps your body effectively absorb calcium carbonate and supports the muscles needed to avoid falls. Calcium carbonate and zinc are minerals that help build and maintain bones. Risedronate is a bisphosphonate that works by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that destroy bone. This strengthens the bone and minimizes the risk of fractures.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Nidcal CL Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nidcal CL Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nidcal CL Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Nidcal CL Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Nidcal CL Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nidcal CL Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease. However, use of Nidcal CL Tablet is not advised in severe kidney disease patients.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nidcal CL Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nidcal CL Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Nidcal CL Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Nidcal CL Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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References
Calcium Carbonate + Risedronate. Manati, Puerto Rico: Warner Chilcott Company. [Accessed 25 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Calcitriol, Calcium Carbonate & Zinc Capsules and Risedronate Sodium.[Product Information] Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; [Accessed 24 Mar. 2025] (online) Available from:
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