SHELL CALCIUM SUSPENSION

Calcium carbonate is a calcium supplement used in deficiency states and as an adjunct in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis.

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Product Description

PACKING:
30x200ml

COMPOSITION:
Each 5ml contains:

625mg Calcium Carbonate from
an organic source (oyster shell)
I.P.
10 mg
equi. to Elemental Calcium
Vitamin D3
B.P.
125 I.U.

MECHANISM OF ACTION:
Calcium carbonate is a calcium supplement used in deficiency states and as an adjunct in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Vitamin D3 is a fat-soluble sterol. It aids in the regulation of calcium and phosphate homeostasis and bone mineralization.

INDICATIONS:
Low calcium levels such as bone loss (osteoporosis), weak bones (osteomalacia/rickets), decreased activity of the parathyroid gland (hypoparathyroidism), and specific muscle diseases (latent tetany). It may also be used in certain patients to ensure they are getting enough calcium (e.g., pregnant women, nursing, or postmenopausal, people taking certain medications such as phenytoin, phenobarbital, or prednisone).

CONTRA-INDICATIONS:
Patients with hypercalcemia and/or hypercalciuria. Nephrolithiasis, hypervitaminosis D, hypophosphatemia.

SIDE EFFECTS:
Constipation or stomach upset may occur

PRECAUTIONS & WARNING:
Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: high calcium/vitamin D levels (hypercalcemia/hypervitaminosis D) or difficulty absorbing nutrition from food (malabsorption syndrome). Caution when used in patients with a history of kidney stones. Renal impairment; frequent monitoring of serum calcium and phosphorus is recommended.

DOSAGE:
As directed by the physician.

STORAGE:
Store below 25 oC in a dry and dark place.

PRESENTATION:
200ml bottle

SHAKE WELL BEFORE USE



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