Ostocal GX Tablet 8Pcs

Uses of Ostocal GX Tablet

Used to prevent and treat:

• Low levels of calcium in the blood (mainly occur during pregnancy and lactation period)
• Osteoporosis (brittle bones)
• Osteomalacia (softening of bones)
• Rickets (abnormal calcification, softening, and distortion of the bones typically resulting in bowlegs)
• Hypoparathyroidism
• Malnutrition due to poor nutritional intake

How Ostocal GX Tablet works?

Ostocal GX Tabletcontains vitamin D3 and calcium carbonate. Vitamin D3 helps to enhance the intestinal absorption of calcium. Calcium carbonate acts as a calcium supplement. The combination of calcium carbonate and Vitamin D3 helps to counteract the increase in parathyroid hormone that is caused by calcium deficiency and which causes increased bone resorption (destruction of bone tissue that promotes bone loss). This helps to strengthen the bones, teeth, and muscle functions.

Side Effects of Ostocal GX Tablet

• Nausea, vomiting
• Constipation
• Excess gas
• Irritability
• Loss of appetite
• Dry mouth
• Acid reflux

Quick Suggestions:

• Ostocal GX Tablet is prescribed to fulfill your nutritional requirement and to prevent any related diseases.
• 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 antihypertensives, antibiotics, or medicines for heart disease or bone disorders.

Indication

Calcium and Vitamin D are used for the treatment of:
• Osteoporosis
• Osteomalacia
• Rickets
• Tetany
• Parathyroid disease etc

Pharmacology

This is the process for creating calcium carbonate and vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol). Numerous body functions, including bone growth and maintenance, depend on calcium. Vitamin D3 facilitates calcium absorption and reabsorption. Additionally, vitamin D3 supports the growth of bones. Clinical studies have demonstrated that calcium and vitamin D3 together help in bone growth, osteoporosis prevention, and bone fracture prevention.

Dosage & Administration of Ostocal GX Tablet

One tablet in the morning and one tablet at night or as directed by the Physician.

Take Ostocal GX Tablet as advised by your doctor. Swallow Ostocal GX Tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine unless your doctor has advised you to do. Your doctor will decide the correct dose, and duration of treatment based upon your age, body weight, and severity of present conditions.

Interaction

When used in conjunction, tetracycline may not absorb as well. Systemic corticosteroids may impair calcium absorption when used together. Calcium excretion from the urine may be reduced by thiazide diuretics. Ion-exchange resin use in conjunction with vitamin D absorption may be reduced. When receiving medication with calcium and vitamin D, hypercalcemia may make cardiac glycosides more hazardous; therefore, keep an eye on your ECG and blood calcium levels. Digoxin, tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline, or oxytetracycline may interact with it. It may also interfere with antacids containing calcium, aluminum, magnesium, calcitriol, and other vitamin D3 supplements. It is recommended to administer sodium fluoride or bisphosphonate at least 3 hours before calcium-containing preparations.

Contraindications

Hypercalcaemia, hyperthyroidism, renal calculi and nephrolithiasis, and Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome are all contraindications.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Taking this medication during pregnancy is safe as long as the recommended doses are followed. It is important to note that the daily dose of calcium should not exceed 1500 mg and the daily dose of vitamin D should not exceed 600 IU during pregnancy. Studies on animals have shown that high doses of vitamin D can have toxic effects on reproduction. Pregnant women should avoid any calcium or vitamin D overdoses, as prolonged hypercalcemia during pregnancy may result in physical and mental development retardation, supra valvular aortic stenosis, and retinopathy in the child. However, there are no indications that therapeutic doses of vitamin D3 are teratogenic in humans.

Precautions & Warnings

• If hypercalcemia occurs, stopping the use of calcium salts is typically enough to bring calcium levels back to normal.
• However, caution should be taken when using calcium salts in patients with sarcoidosis, renal or cardiac disease, and those taking cardiac glycosides.
• Patients who have previously formed stones should increase their fluid intake.
• Calcium and vitamin D supplements should be taken according to the recommended daily allowance during pregnancy and lactation, as they are found in human breast milk.

Storage Conditions

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.