CROFICAL 500MG TAB

Overview

CROFICAL 500MG TAB is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.

CROFICAL 500MG TAB is composed of: CALCIUM CARBONATE (500 MG), VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL (250 IU)

Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance.Calcium carbonate is used to prevent or to treat a calcium deficiency.This medication is used to treat symptoms caused by too much stomach acid such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion. It is an antacid that works by lowering the amount of acid in the stomach.

Usage

CALCIUM CARBONATE is generally used to treat: Indigestion, Heartburn, Rickets, Osteomalacia, Osteoporosis
CALCIUM CARBONATE can address symptoms like: Abdomen Upset Stomach, Fingers Tingling, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Fatigue (tiredness), Restless Or Irritability, Confusion


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

CROFICAL 500MG TAB is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for CROFICAL 500MG TAB and its Constituents


  • Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.Check the label of your calcium carbonate product to see if it should be taken with or without food.
  • Swallow the calcium carbonate regular tablet with a full glass of water.
  • The chewable tablet should be chewed before you swallow it.
  • Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose. Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup.If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.Use the calcium carbonate powder as directed. Allow the powder to dissolve completely, then consume the mixture.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking any multivitamins, mineral supplements, or antacids while you are taking calcium carbonate.
  • Do not take calcium carbonate within 1-2 hours of taking other medicines. Calcium may decrease the absorption of the other medicines.
  • Should be taken after 2 hours of eating foods rich in oxalic acid (spinach and rhubarb), phosphate (bran), or phytinic acid (whole cereals).
  • Consult a doctor if you have Higher than normal levels of calcium in your  blood Mild to moderate problems with your kidneys (Kidney stones or Kidney failure).

Symptoms of Overdosage

CALCIUM CARBONATE over-dosage can result in: Head Headache, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, Vomit, Mood Swings, Loss Of Appetite, Dizziness

Common Side-Effects

CALCIUM CARBONATE : Gas, Flatulence, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Constipation, Abdomen Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Dry Mouth, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Belching

Serious Side-Effects

CALCIUM CARBONATE : Kidney Stones, Acute Kidney Failure, Hypercalcaemia, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Head Headache, Vomit, Confusion, Fatigue (tiredness), Frequent Urination, Increased Thirst

Rare Side-Effects

CALCIUM CARBONATE : Itchy Skin, Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling

Technical Classification

CALCIUM CARBONATE is categorized as:
  • ANTACIDS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
  • MINERALS AND ELECTROLYTES / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Available Alternatives for CROFICAL 500MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CIPCAL SYPINR 69 for 200 ML SYRUPCALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU
CROFICAL 500MG TABINR for CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU
OSTEOZ TABINR 39 for 15 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU
TROYCAL 500 FC-TABINR 37.5 for 10 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CALCILAR TABINR 30 for 15 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 652 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU
CALCIMAX PLUS SUSPINR 112 for 1 SYRUPCALCIUM CARBONATE 625 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 200 IU, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE 18 MG, ZINC 2 MG
CALCIMAX TABINR 47 for 30 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 200 IU, MAGNESIUM 90 MG, ZINC 4 MG
CALCINEX TABINR 75 for 15 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU
CALVIT TABINR 32.5 for 10 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU
CALZAC 500MG TABINR 43.5 for 15 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU
CHIGGY TABINR for 10 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 225 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 150 IU, MAGNESIUM 12.85 MG
CIPCAL-M TABINR 38.5 for 15 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU
D RETCAL 500 TABINR 40 for 10 TABLETSVIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 500 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG
LOGICAL SUSPINR 48.5 for 100ML SUSVIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 200 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 30 MG/ML, LYSINE 20 MG
LOGICAL TABINR 52.7 for 15 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 400 IU
MACALVIT D3 TABINR 442.5 for 1500 TABLETSVIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 125 MG
MAPCAL TABINR 38 for 10 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MCG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU
MEGASHELCAL KITINR 89.5 for 1 KITCALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, SG-CAP OF LIPID 619 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU, FOLIC ACID 100 MCG, VITAMIN C 75 MG, ZINC SULFATE MONOHYDRATE 7.5 MG
MENOVIT TABINR 80 for 30 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 400 MG, FOLIC ACID 100 MCG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 100 IU, PROTEIN 50 MG, VITAMIN E 10 IU, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 1.5 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 1 MCG
OSTEOFIT PLUS CAPINR 141.25 for 10 CAPSULESCALCIUM CARBONATE , VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL
PRONUTRIN PWDINR 165.51 for 200GM POWDERCASEIN 23000 MG, CALCIUM CARBONATE 8330 MG, FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE 1760 MG, SODIUM SELENITE 625 MCG, MAGNESIUM OXIDE 433 MG, MANGANESE SULFATE 166 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 62.5 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 6.7 MCG, FOLIC ACID 1.33 MG, ZINC OXIDE 0.000625 MG
SANDOCAL CHW-TABINR 23.75 for 10 TABLETSVIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 1.25 GM
TRICIUM PLUS TABINR 100 for 10 TABLETSMETHYLCOBALAMIN 1500 MCG, CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 1000 IU, VITAMIN MK 45 MCG, FOLIC ACID 5 MG, BORON 1.5 MG
TRICIUM TABINR 23 for 10 TABLETSCALCIUM CARBONATE 625 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 100 IU
TURBOCAL D INJINR 35 for 1 ML INJECTIONCALCIUM CARBONATE , VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL
ZINCAL TABINR for CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE 240 MG, ZINC SULFATE 17.6 MG