Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for DENSICAL ALPHA CAP and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Technical Classification
- 10 Available Alternatives for DENSICAL ALPHA CAP
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Overview
DENSICAL ALPHA CAP is a Schedule H drug.DENSICAL ALPHA CAP is composed of: CALCIUM ACETATE (250 MG), ALFACALCIDOL (0.25 MCG)
Calcium is a mineral that is needed for many functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind to other minerals such as phosphate, and aid in their removal from the body.Calcium acetate is a natural mineral that works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body,used to treat elevated blood phosphate levels in end stage kidney failure.
Usage
CALCIUM ACETATE can address symptoms like: Mouth Tingling, Mouth Numbness, Joint PainFrequently 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: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
DENSICAL ALPHA CAP is generally taken With Food.Precautions for DENSICAL ALPHA CAP and its Constituents
- You should not use calcium acetate if you have high levels of calcium in your blood.
- You should not use calcium acetate if you are allergic to it.
- Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.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.
- Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
- Take this medicine with each meal.
- You may need to keep a food diary to measure how much calcium you are getting in your diet.
- You may need frequent medical tests to help your doctor determine how long to treat you with calcium acetate.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
- Do not take additional calcium supplements.
- Avoid using antacids without your doctor’s advice. Use only the specific type of antacid your doctor recommends.
- Avoid taking an antibiotic such as ciprofloxacin, moxifloxacin, or levofloxacin within 2 hours before or 6 hours after you take calcium acetate.Avoid taking an antibiotic such as doxycycline, minocycline, or tetracycline within 1 hour before you take calcium acetate.
- Avoid taking levothyroxine within 4 hours before or 4 hours after you take calcium acetate.
Symptoms of Overdosage
CALCIUM ACETATE over-dosage can result in: Loss Of Appetite, Confusion, Nausea, VomitCommon Side-Effects
CALCIUM ACETATE : Diarrhoea, Itchy Skin, Nausea, Loose Motion, Abdomen Pain, Confusion, Dry Mouth, Head Headache, Vomit, Fatigue (tiredness), Loss Of AppetiteSerious Side-Effects
CALCIUM ACETATE : Delirium, Hypercalcaemia, Slurred Speech, Frequent Urination, Unusual Taste In Mouth, Increased ThirstTechnical Classification
CALCIUM ACETATE is categorized as:- MINERALS AND ELECTROLYTES / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
- PHOSPHATE BINDERS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS
Available Alternatives for DENSICAL ALPHA CAP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| DENSICAL ALPHA CAP | INR 42 for 10 CAPSULES | CALCIUM ACETATE 250 MG, ALFACALCIDOL 0.25 MCG |
| SHELCAL-OS FC-TAB | INR 135 for 15 TABLETS | CALCIUM ACETATE 250 MG, ALFACALCIDOL 0.25 MCG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| ALFA-OSTEBON CAP | INR 66.46 for 10 CAPSULES | CALCIUM ACETATE 200 MG, ALFACALCIDOL 0.25 MG |
| CALVIT A CAP | INR 80 for 10 TABLETS | CALCIUM ACETATE , ALFACALCIDOL |
| UNICAL-BC TAB | INR 174 for 30 TABLETS | BETA-CAROTENE 2500 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 625 MG, CALCIUM ACETATE 250 MG, ALFACALCIDOL 0.25 MG |