Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for DORCAL LIQD LIQD and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for DORCAL LIQD LIQD
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Overview
DORCAL LIQD LIQD is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.DORCAL LIQD LIQD is composed of: CALCIUM CARBONATE (625 MG), VITAMIN D3 (125 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, OsteoporosisCALCIUM 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?
DORCAL LIQD LIQD is generally taken After Food.Precautions for DORCAL LIQD LIQD 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, DizzinessCommon 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, BelchingSerious Side-Effects
CALCIUM CARBONATE : Kidney Stones, Acute Kidney Failure, Hypercalcaemia, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Head Headache, Vomit, Confusion, Fatigue (tiredness), Frequent Urination, Increased ThirstRare Side-Effects
CALCIUM CARBONATE : Itchy Skin, Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Face SwellingTechnical Classification
CALCIUM CARBONATE is categorized as:- ANTACIDS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
- MINERALS AND ELECTROLYTES / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
Available Alternatives for DORCAL LIQD LIQD
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
DORCAL LIQD LIQD | INR for 200 ML | CALCIUM CARBONATE 625 MG, VITAMIN D3 125 IU |
SHELCAL SUSP | INR 30 for 150ML SUSPENSION | CALCIUM CARBONATE 625 MG, VITAMIN D3 125 IU |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
BONACAL D3 TAB | INR for | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VITAMIN D3 800 IU |
CALCULATE TAB | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VITAMIN D3 250 IU | |
COBAFORTE CD3 PLUS TAB | INR 250 for 10TABLETS | METHYLCOBALAMIN 1500 MCG, VITAMIN D3 1000 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 200 MG, CHROMIUM PICOLINATE 200 MCG, BENFOTIAMINE 150 MG, INOSITOL 100 MG, PYRIDOXINE 3 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG |
COBAFORTE CD3 TAB | INR 240 for 10 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 600 MG, CHROMIUM PICOLINATE 200 MG, INOSITOL 100 MG, VITAMIN D3 95 IU, ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 50 MG, FOLIC ACID 45 MCG, THIAMINE 1.4 MG, PYRIDOXINE 0.45 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 0.4 MCG |
FHS TAB | INR 240 for 10 TABLETS | L-ARGININE 500 MG, CALCIUM CARBONATE 250 MG, VITAMIN D3 200 IU, L-LYSINE 200 MG, VITAMIN C 75 MG, ZINC SULFATE 61.8 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 1.5 MG |
INTACAL-D TAB | INR 42 for 15 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VITAMIN D3 250 IU |
KARBOMINE-D TAB | INR for 10 TABLETS | VITAMIN D3 , CALCIUM CARBONATE |
MAGNICAL TAB | INR 112.80 for 30TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, VITAMIN D3 200 IU, ELEMENTAL MAGNESIUM 90 MG, ZINC SULFATE 4 MG, DI BASIC CALCIUM PHOSPHATE 4 MG |
PURECAL 500MG TAB | INR 52.35 for 15TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VITAMIN D3 250 IU, L-LYSINE 100 MG, MAGNESIUM OXIDE 50 MG, ZINC SULFATE 35 MG |
RADCAL Z CAP | INR 120 for 10 CAPSULES | VITAMIN D3 500 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, ZINC SULFATE 7.5 MG |
RARICAP COMBI-TAB | INR 63 for 15 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1107 MG, CALCIUM FERROUS CITRATE 556 MG, VITAMIN D3 200 IU, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE DIBASIC ANHYDROUS 200 MG, MAGNESIUM 90 MG, ZINC 4 MG, FOLIC ACID 0.3 MG |
REJUNEX CD3 TAB | INR 208 for 10 TABLETS | METHYLCOBALAMIN 1500 MCG, VITAMIN D3 1000 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, ALPHA LIPOIC ACID 200 MG, CHROMIUM PICOLINATE 200 MCG, BENFOTIAMINE 150 MG, INOSITOL 100 MG, PYRIDOXINE 3 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG |
SANDOCAL 500 WITH VIITD3 TAB | INR 223 for 30 TABLETS | VITAMIN D3 , CALCIUM CARBONATE |
SANDOCAL 500MG TAB | INR 185 for 30 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VITAMIN D3 250 IU |
SB CAL HD TAB | INR 160 for 10 TABLETS | VITAMIN D3 500 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 250 MG |
SHELCAL 500MG TAB | INR 57 for 15 TABLETS | VITAMIN D3 250 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 125 MG |
SHELCAL KID CHW-TAB | INR 11.5 for 10 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 250 MG, VITAMIN D3 125 IU |
SHELCAL-HD TAB | INR 60 for 15 TABLETS | VITAMIN D3 500 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 1.25 GM |
SHELCAL-M SUSP SUSP | INR 35 for 150ML SUSUP | CALCIUM CARBONATE 312.5 MG, VITAMIN D3 62.5 IU, BORON 62.5 MCG, ZINC 2.5 MG, MAGNESIUM 2 MG/ML, MANGANESE 0.5 MG |
SHELCAL-M TAB | INR 62 for 15 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VITAMIN D3 250 IU, SODIUM BORATE 250 MCG, MAGNESIUM OXIDE 40 MG, ZINC SULFATE 7.5 MG, MANGANESE SULFATE 1.8 MG, COPPER SULFATE 1 MG |
SUPERCAL TAB | INR 32 for 15 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VITAMIN D3 250 IU |