Calcium Phosphate [Milk source] + Vitamin D3

Calcium Phosphate [Milk source] + Vitamin D3 belongs to the specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations group. Doctors prescribe it mainly for Treatment of osteoporosis, osteomalacia, tetany, hypoparathyroidism & osteogenesis, It can also be used as a supplement in case of inadequate intake of Calcium in childhood diet, pregnancy & lactation, rickets & poor absorption during old age, In kidney disease and pancreatitis and The treatment & prevention of Calcium and Vitamin D3 deficiency. Dose, duration and suitability differ from patient to patient, so it should be taken only under a registered physician's advice.

Calcium Phosphate [Milk source] + Vitamin D3 is used in the conditions listed below: • Treatment of osteoporosis, osteomalacia, tetany, hypoparathyroidism & osteogenesis • It can also be used as a supplement in case of inadequate intake of Calcium in childhood diet, pregnancy & lactation, rickets & poor absorption during old age • In kidney disease and pancreatitis • The treatment & prevention of Calcium and Vitamin D3 deficiency

Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Active ingredients per unit dose: • Calcium Phosphate BP 715.00 mg equivalent to Elemental Calcium 250 mg • Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) USP 250 IU

How Calcium Phosphate [Milk source] + Vitamin D3 works — key points: • This is the combination of Calcium Phosphate and Vitamin D3. Calcium is absorbed in the intestine which then passes through the intestine to blood & deposited into bone. • Active transport through cell is dependent on Vitamin D3. Vitamin D3 keeps bones healthy by increasing the absorption of Calcium in the intestines. • Without Vitamin D3 body will be able to absorb only 10% to 15% of the Calcium from the diet..

Recommended schedule as per the manufacturer's literature: • Two tablets once or twice daily with plenty of water or food as directed by the physician.

Reactions reported with Calcium Phosphate [Milk source] + Vitamin D3: • Flatulence, diarrhoea, constipation and allergic reactions etc are rare manifestation. Hypercalcemia due to prolong use has rarely been reported

Points to keep in mind while on Calcium Phosphate [Milk source] + Vitamin D3: • In mild hypercalciuria reduction of dose is sufficient to return to normal serum Calcium concentration. • Patients with kidney stone or with such previous history should be recommended to increase their fluid intake..

Avoid Calcium Phosphate [Milk source] + Vitamin D3 in the following situations: • Increased activity of parathyroid gland, hypercalcemia, constipation, kidney stone & extreme loss of body water are such condition in which calcium intake is contraindicated

Watch for these combinations: • Administering Intravenous Ceftriaxone & Calcium can result in life-threatening damage to the lungs & kidneys. Calcium should not be administered intravenously within 48 hours of intravenous Ceftriaxone • Calcium can reduce the absorption of tetracycline & fluoride preparations and minimum 3 hours time should be allowed between ingestion of these medications. Thiazide diuretics reduce the renal excretion of Calcium. Phenytoin, barbiturates & glucocorticoids may induce metabolism of Vitamin D3. Intake of certain foods like spinach, cereals, milk and its derivatives may reduce the intestinal uptake of Calcium

Food and drink: Phenytoin, barbiturates & glucocorticoids may induce metabolism of Vitamin D3. Intake of certain foods like spinach, cereals, milk and its derivatives may reduce the intestinal uptake of Calcium..

Use while breastfeeding: This should be given to pregnant & lactating mothers as per recommendation of physician. Toxicity of Calcium & Vitamin D3 was tested on pregnant & nursing females which result excellent..

Kidney and liver considerations: Patients with kidney stone or with such previous history should be recommended to increase their fluid intake..

If too much is taken: In the event of an overdose with Calcium & Vitamin D3, contact with the physicians..

Storage: • Store below 30°C. Protect from light & moisture. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.