Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule
Product introduction
Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin 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).
Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin 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.
Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin 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 Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule
- Vitamin & mineral deficiency
Benefits of Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule
In Vitamin & mineral deficiency
Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin 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. Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule will help to keep your bones strong and healthy and reduce the risk of any bone disorders like osteoporosis.
Side effects of Medcaltrol 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 youโre worried about them
Common side effects of Medcaltrol
- Limited data available
How to use Medcaltrol 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. Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule works
Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin 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 Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Medcaltrol Soft Gelatin 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
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
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- Zinc Sulfate. Craigavon: Almac Pharma Services Limited; 2016. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Meddox Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: 2/971/A6(A), First Floor Suraksha Arcade, P.M Kutty Road Kozhikode Kozhikode KL 673006 IN , - , .
Country of origin: India
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MRP
โน138
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10.0 soft gelatin capsules in 1 strip
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