Calate 300 mg
Generic: Calcium Lactate
Category: Tablet
Manufacturer: Pharmadesh Laboratories Ltd.
Allopathic
MFG. Licence No. Biological
020
MFG. Licence No. Non-Biological
074
Address
239, Tejgoan I/A, Dhaka.
Price: 0.47 ৳
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Indications
Heartburn, Calcium supplement, Calcium deficiencies
Conditions associated with hypercalcaemia and hypercalciuria.
Therapeutic Class
Minerals in bone formation, Specific mineral preparations
Pharmacology
Calcium is used to prevent or treat negative calcium balance. It also helps facilitate nerve and muscle performance as well as normal cardiac function. Bone mineral component; cofoactor in enzymatic reactions, essential for neurotransmission, muscle contraction, and many signal transduction pathways.
Dosage and Administration
Administration:
Should be taken with food.
Adult Dose:
Adult: PO 19-50 yr: 1,000 mg elemental Ca/day and >50 yr: 1,200 mg elemental Ca/day.
Renal Dose:
Renal impairment (frequent monitoring of serum calcium and phosphorus is recommended);
Interaction
May reduce the efficacy of calcium-channel blockers. Concurrent admin of IV calcium salt with cardiac glycosides may lead to serious adverse events. Increased risk of hypercalcaemia when used with thiazide diuretics. May reduce absorption of tetracycline, alendronate, atenolol, iron, quinolone antibiotics, sodium fluoride and zinc.
Contraindications
Conditions associated with hypercalcaemia and hypercalciuria.
Side Effects
GI discomfort e.g. nausea, vomiting, constipation; bradycardia, arrhythmias. Dry mouth, increased thirst or increased urination. Mental confusion, milk-alkali syndrome.
Pregnancy And Lactation
Pregnancy Category-C. Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks
Precautions And Warnings
Precaution:
Sarcoidosis; history of nephrolithiasis. Avoid IV admin of calcium in patients on cardiac glycosides. Increased risk of hypercalcaemia and hypercalciuria in hypoparathyroid patients receiving high doses of vitamin D. Caution when used in patients with history of kidney stones. Patients should be advised to administer vitamin D concurrently to optimise calcium absorption. Pregnancy.
Drug Classes
Minerals in bone formation, Specific mineral preparations
Mode of Action
Calcium is used to prevent or treat negative calcium balance. It also helps facilitate nerve and muscle performance as well as normal cardiac function. Bone mineral component; cofoactor in enzymatic reactions, essential for neurotransmission, muscle contraction, and many signal transduction pathways.
Pregnancy Category
Pregnancy Category-C. Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks
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