Oscal-D Forte 600 mg plus 400 IU - 10's Strip Tablet

Summary:

Indications of Oscal-D Forte 600 mg plus 400 IU
This combination is used for treatment of osteoporosis, osteomalacia, rickets, tetany and in parathyroid disease. Calcium supplements are often used to ensure adequate dietary intake in conditions such as pregnancy and lactation, osteogenesis and
tooth formation (adjunct with definite treatment) and therapy with anti-seizure medications. It is also used as routine supplement and phosphate binder in chronic renal failure.
Theropeutic Class
Specific mineral and vitamin combined preparations
Pharmacology
Oscal-D Forte 600 mg plus 400 IU is the preparation of Calcium Carbonate and Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol). Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of our body, especially bone formation and maintenance.
Vitamin D3 helps for the absorption and reabsorption of Calcium. Vitamin D3 also stimulates bone formation. Clinical studies showed that Calcium and Vitamin D3 all together helps in bone growth, and in prevention of osteoporosis and bone fracture.
Dosage and Administration of Oscal-D Forte 600 mg plus 400 IU
Calcium 500 mg and Vitamin D3 200 IU Tablet: 2 tablets daily or 1 tablet twice daily. Oscal-D Forte 600 mg plus 400 IU is best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption. Calcium 500 mg and Vitamin D3 400 IU Tablet: 1 tablet twice daily. It is best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption.
Interaction of Oscal-D Forte 600 mg plus 400 IU
It has possible interaction with calcium, aluminium or magnesium containing antacids and other calcium supplements, calcitriol and other vitamin D3 supplements; digoxin, tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline or oxytetracycline.
Contraindications
Oscal-D Forte 600 mg plus 400 IU is contraindicated in case of hypercalcaemia, hyperthyroidism, renal calculi and nephrolithiasis and Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.
Side Effects of Oscal-D Forte 600 mg plus 400 IU
Oscal-D Forte 600 mg plus 400 IU is generally well tolerated. If there is experience like nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, dry mouth, increased thirst, increased urination while taking, noticed to physicians. Constipation may occur.
Pregnancy and Lactation
This combination should be used as directed by physician during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.
Precautions and Warnings
If there is any pre-existing heart disease or kidney disease, precautions should be taken.
Overdose Effects of Oscal-D Forte 600 mg plus 400 IU
Symptoms of overdosage may include nausea and vomiting, severe drowsiness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, metallic taste, stomach cramps, diarrhea, headache, constipation.
Storage Conditions
Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.