Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for TURBOCAL D INJ 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 TURBOCAL D INJ
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Overview
TURBOCAL D INJ is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.TURBOCAL D INJ is composed of: CALCIUM CARBONATE ( ), VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL ( )
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?
TURBOCAL D INJ is generally taken After Food.Precautions for TURBOCAL D INJ 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 TURBOCAL D INJ
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
OSTEOFIT PLUS CAP | INR 141.25 for 10 CAPSULES | CALCIUM CARBONATE , VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL |
TURBOCAL D INJ | INR 35 for 1 ML INJECTION | CALCIUM CARBONATE , VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
CALCILAR TAB | INR 30 for 15 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 652 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU |
CALCIMAX PLUS SUSP | INR 112 for 1 SYRUP | CALCIUM CARBONATE 625 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 200 IU, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE 18 MG, ZINC 2 MG |
CALCIMAX TAB | INR 47 for 30 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 200 IU, MAGNESIUM 90 MG, ZINC 4 MG |
CALCINEX TAB | INR 75 for 15 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU |
CALVIT TAB | INR 32.5 for 10 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU |
CALZAC 500MG TAB | INR 43.5 for 15 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU |
CHIGGY TAB | INR for 10 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 225 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 150 IU, MAGNESIUM 12.85 MG |
CIPCAL SYP | INR 69 for 200 ML SYRUP | CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU |
CIPCAL-M TAB | INR 38.5 for 15 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU |
CROFICAL 500MG TAB | INR for | CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU |
D RETCAL 500 TAB | INR 40 for 10 TABLETS | VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 500 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG |
LOGICAL SUSP | INR 48.5 for 100ML SUS | VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 200 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 30 MG/ML, LYSINE 20 MG |
LOGICAL TAB | INR 52.7 for 15 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 400 IU |
MACALVIT D3 TAB | INR 442.5 for 1500 TABLETS | VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 125 MG |
MAPCAL TAB | INR 38 for 10 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MCG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU |
MEGASHELCAL KIT | INR 89.5 for 1 KIT | CALCIUM 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 TAB | INR 80 for 30 TABLETS | CALCIUM 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 |
OSTEOZ TAB | INR 39 for 15 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU |
PRONUTRIN PWD | INR 165.51 for 200GM POWDER | CASEIN 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-TAB | INR 23.75 for 10 TABLETS | VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU, CALCIUM CARBONATE 1.25 GM |
TRICIUM PLUS TAB | INR 100 for 10 TABLETS | METHYLCOBALAMIN 1500 MCG, CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 1000 IU, VITAMIN MK 45 MCG, FOLIC ACID 5 MG, BORON 1.5 MG |
TRICIUM TAB | INR 23 for 10 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 625 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 100 IU |
TROYCAL 500 FC-TAB | INR 37.5 for 10 TABLETS | CALCIUM CARBONATE 500 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU |
ZINCAL TAB | INR for | CALCIUM CARBONATE 1250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 250 IU, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE 240 MG, ZINC SULFATE 17.6 MG |