Q OMEGA L CAP

Overview

Q OMEGA L CAP is a Schedule H drug.

Q OMEGA L CAP is composed of: CALCIUM ACETATE ( ), OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS ( ), MIXED CAROTENE ( ), ZINC SULFATE ( ), SELENIUM ( ), LYCOPENE ( ), EICOSAPENTAENOIC ACID ( ), DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID(DHA) ( ), COENZYME Q10 ( ), WHEAT GERM OIL ( )

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.




Selenium is mineral that is found in soil and occurs naturally in certain foods (such as whole grains, Brazil nuts, sunflower seeds, and seafood). Selenium is not produced in the body, but it is needed for proper thyroid and immune system function.Selenium is used to treat or prevent selenium deficiency.Selenium has been used in alternative medicine as an aid to treat Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (an autoimmune disorder of the thyroid), and to treat high cholesterol.Selenium provides essential nutrients.

Lycopene is a common carotenoid compound found in fruits, vegetables, and green plants that is responsible for the red color of tomatoes. Other sources include apricot, cranberry, grapes, pink grapefruit, guava, papaya, peaches, and watermelon.Lycopene acts an antioxidant by fighting free radicals in the body. Due to its antioxidant property, it reduces the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease.

Usage

CALCIUM ACETATE can address symptoms like: Mouth Tingling, Mouth Numbness, Joint Pain




SELENIUM is generally used to treat: Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, Seborrhoeic Dermatitis, Tinea Versicolor
SELENIUM can address symptoms like: Hair Loss, Weight Gain, Constipation, Fatigue (tiredness), Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Pale Skin, Muscle Stiffness, Joint Pain, Swollen Tongue, Heavy Menstrual Bleeding, Memory Problems

LYCOPENE is generally used to treat: Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Uterine Cancer, Colon Cancer

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 < 12yrs

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?

Q OMEGA L CAP is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for Q OMEGA L 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.

Do not use this product without medical advice if you are pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.
Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without medical advice.
Remove all jewelry; selenium  may damage it.
Do not use this medication if your scalp is cut or scratched.
Stop using the lotion and contact your doctor if your condition worsens.
Using selenium long-term or at high doses may increase your risk of developing diabetes or other serious medical conditions. Ask your doctor about your specific risk.

Avoid if allergic to lycopene or to any of its food sources, especially tomatoes. Tomato-based products are acidic and may irritate stomach ulcers.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CALCIUM ACETATE over-dosage can result in: Loss Of Appetite, Confusion, Nausea, Vomit
SELENIUM over-dosage can result in: Bad Breath, Hair Loss, Restless Or Irritability, Nausea, Vomit, Fatigue (tiredness)

Common Side-Effects

CALCIUM ACETATE : Diarrhoea, Itchy Skin, Nausea, Loose Motion, Abdomen Pain, Confusion, Dry Mouth, Head Headache, Vomit, Fatigue (tiredness), Loss Of Appetite
SELENIUM : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Nausea, Vomit, Hair Loss, Restless Or Irritability, Bad Breath, Lightheadedness, Easy Bleeding, Unusual Taste In Mouth
LYCOPENE : Indigestion, Diarrhoea, Dyspepsia, Gas, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing

Serious Side-Effects

CALCIUM ACETATE : Delirium, Hypercalcaemia, Slurred Speech, Frequent Urination, Unusual Taste In Mouth, Increased Thirst
LYCOPENE : Mouth Ulcer, Bad Breath

Technical Classification

CALCIUM ACETATE is categorized as:

• MINERALS AND ELECTROLYTES / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
• PHOSPHATE BINDERS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS

SELENIUM is categorized as: MINERALS AND ELECTROLYTES / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
LYCOPENE is categorized as: HERBAL PRODUCTS / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES

Available Alternatives for Q OMEGA L CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

Q OMEGA L CAP

INR 558 for 10 SG CAPS

CALCIUM ACETATE , OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS , MIXED CAROTENE , ZINC SULFATE , SELENIUM , LYCOPENE , EICOSAPENTAENOIC ACID , DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID(DHA) , COENZYME Q10 , WHEAT GERM OIL