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Product introduction

Shellgel Softgel Capsule is a combination of medicines that is used to treat nutritional deficiencies. It helps in the absorption of calcium and bone strengthening. It helps in proper growth and development of bones. It also helps in protein synthesis and the production of blood cells (red and white blood cells).

Shellgel Softgel Capsule may be taken with or without food. It should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time.

This medicine should not be taken more than the recommended dose. It is usually a safe medicine with very minimal or no side effects. However, if you experience severe diarrhea, vomiting, or constipation, you should consult your doctor without delay.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any other health conditions. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is advised not to take alcohol after taking this medicine.

Uses of Shellgel Soft Gelatin Capsule

  • Vitamin & mineral deficiency

Benefits of Shellgel Soft Gelatin Capsule

In Vitamin & mineral deficiency

Shellgel Softgel Capsule is a calcium supplement that helps in the treatment of calcium deficiency. It improves the level of vitamin D in your blood which in turn helps in absorption of more calcium from your intestine. Shellgel Softgel Capsule will help to keep your bones strong and healthy and reduce the risk of any bone disorders like osteoporosis.

Side effects of Shellgel Soft Gelatin Capsule

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 Shellgel

  • Limited data available

How to use Shellgel Soft Gelatin Capsule

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. Shellgel Softgel Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Shellgel Soft Gelatin Capsule works

Shellgel Softgel Capsule is a combination of three medicines: Calcitriol, Calcium Carbonate and Zinc Sulfate which treat osteoporosis. Calcitriol helps your body effectively absorb Calcium Carbonate and additionally supports the muscles needed to avoid falls. Calcium Carbonate and Zinc Sulfate help build and maintain bones.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Shellgel Softgel Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Shellgel Softgel Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Shellgel Softgel Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Shellgel Softgel Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Shellgel Softgel Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Shellgel Softgel Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Shellgel Softgel Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips

  • Shellgel Softgel Capsule is used in the treatment of calcium deficiency.
  • Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems, or if you have ever had kidney stones.
  • Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medications like for bone disorders, antihypertensives, antibiotics, antacids, other calcium supplements or medicines for heart disease.
  • Inform your doctor if you are taking an iron supplement, as the absorption rate might be affected.
  • Include calcium-rich food in your diet like milk, cheese, yogurt, calcium-fortified soya milk, and green leafy vegetables like spinach.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
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Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Patient concerns

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Hi good morning, after delivery of my wife, she put on few pounds and now facing problems of tingling/jhunjhuni which was never earlier. pls suggest some remedy and reason for it, regards PATIENT
Dr. Pushkar Mani
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can be due to deficiency of mineral & vitamingive her A to Z gold once daily for 1 month
Pregnancy spliment vitamin and mineral
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
You can take Iron calcium and DHa supplements in pregnancy
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References

  1. Zinc Sulfate. Craigavon: Almac Pharma Services Limited; 2016. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Prevego Healthcare & Research Private Limited
Address: Satyam Medical, Room No.9, Ground Floor, Laxmi Niwas 4-6, Bora Bazar Street, Fort MUMBAI Mumbai City MH 400001 IN
Country of origin: India

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