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Ceracal 60mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Ceracal 60mg Tablet is used to treat high calcium levels in the blood and hyperparathyroidism. It works by controlling the levels of parathyroid hormone (PTH), calcium, and phosphorus in your body.

Ceracal 60mg Tablet is used to treat problems with organs called parathyroid glands and to reduce high levels of calcium in the blood

Uses of Ceracal Tablet

Benefits of Ceracal Tablet

In Treatment of High calcium levels in the blood

Calcium is a mineral found in different places in your body and has many functions including bone growth. Most of your calcium should be in your bones. When you have more calcium in your blood than normal it is called hypercalcemia. Ceracal 60mg Tablet reduces the amount of calcium in your blood.

Being immobile makes hypercalcemia worse. Whenever possible you should take regular exercise, especially weight-bearing exercise. Do not take calcium or vitamin D3 supplements and try to decrease your intake of these in your diet.

In Treatment of Hyperparathyroidism

Hyperparathyroidism is a condition in which the parathyroid glands become overactive and secrete too much parathyroid hormone. This leads to high levels of calcium in our blood, a condition called hypercalcemia. Ceracal 60mg Tablet helps reduce this increased secretion of parathyroid hormone and restores the calcium levels to normal. It helps prevent complications of hypercalcemia such as osteoporosis (a bone disorder), frequent fracture, reduced height, kidney stones etc.

Side effects of Ceracal 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 Ceracal

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Rash
  • Muscle pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Chest pain
  • High blood pressure
  • Loss of appetite

How to use Ceracal 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. Ceracal 60mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ceracal 60mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ceracal 60mg 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
Ceracal 60mg 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
UNSAFE
Ceracal 60mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Dizziness and seizures have been reported by patients taking Ceracal 60mg Tablet. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ceracal 60mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ceracal 60mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Ceracal 60mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ceracal 60mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Ceracal 60mg Tablet treats hyperparathyroidism and high calcium levels in the blood.
  • It should be taken with or shortly after food.
  • Ceracal 60mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Inform your doctor if you start or stop smoking during treatment with Ceracal 60mg Tablet.
  • Your doctor may monitor your calcium levels regularly during treatment with Ceracal 60mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of low calcium levels such as numbness or tingling around the mouth or muscle aches.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures, heart problems, or liver problems.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Naphthalene Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
Calcimimetic agent

Patient concerns

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I am very tensed . My parathyroid hormone is very high . PTH - 110.4 . Please help me and suggest me proper medicines . Please advice me as soon as possible . I am also facing respiratory problems , for that i am consulting a doctor but for PTH please help me .
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
In primary hyperparathyroidism, an enlargement of one or more of the parathyroid glands causes overproduction of the hormone, resulting in high levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia), which can cause a variety of health problems. Surgery is the most common treatment for primary hyperparathyroidism
Blood Sugar levels high Fasting 207 PP 357 How to bring the levels down?
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
Need to proper investigate and examine. So plz consult doctor nearby.or you can consult me at snergy multiple speciality clinic RD CITY ,BALJEET COMPLEX NEAR SRS MARKET SECTOR 52 gurgaon 9XXXXXX .Advice to maintain calories intake as per weight ,regular walk or aerobic exercises ,on time take your medicines and once a month visit your diabetologist for routine examination and investigations. Will definitely controlled your sugar and u can live healthy life.
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FAQs

When should Ceracal 60mg Tablet be taken?

Ceracal 60mg Tablet can be taken with any meal once daily. The tablet should be taken at a fixed time in order to prevent from forgetting to take the dose. It should be taken orally once daily after food. The dose and duration of therapy is decided by the doctor based on your response to the therapy and blood test parameters.

Can Ceracal 60mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, Ceracal 60mg Tablet can cause diarrhea in patients during treatment. This medicine may cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea as common side effects. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any such side effects.

Does the Ceracal 60mg Tablet contains lactose?

Sometimes lactose is used while preparing Ceracal 60mg Tablet. Hence, before starting the medication inform your doctor if you have been diagnosed with any sugar intolerance like lactose intolerance.

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Name: Biocon
Address: 20th KM, Hosur Road, Electronic City, Bangalore, India - 560 100
Country of origin: India

MRP
1152.87
Inclusive of all taxes
10.0 tablets in 1 strip
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