Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's
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About Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's
Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's is used to treat nutritional deficiencies, especially low calcium levels. It helps manage bone-related conditions such as osteoporosis, osteomalacia or rickets, and muscle problems caused by calcium deficiency.
It contains Calcium citrate, Calcitriol, and Vitamin K2-7. These ingredients work together to improve calcium absorption and support strong, healthy bones.
Take Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's with food. Swallow whole with water. Do not crush or chew. Constipation, stomach upset, nausea, tiredness, headache, or muscle pain may occur. Consult your doctor if symptoms persist.
Inform your doctor if you have high calcium or vitamin D levels, or any kidney, heart, or liver problems. Consult your doctor before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's
Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's is used in the management and treatment of nutritional deficiencies. The detailed uses of Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's are as follows:
- Calcium Deficiency: Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's helps restore calcium levels in individuals with poor dietary intake or absorption issues.
- Osteoporosis: Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's helps strengthen weak and brittle bones and reduce the risk of fractures.
- Osteomalacia and Rickets: Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's is used to treat soft or weak bones due to calcium deficiency.
- Hypoparathyroidism: Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's helps manage low calcium levels caused by underactive parathyroid glands.
- Latent Tetany: Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's helps prevent muscle spasms and cramps caused by low calcium levels.
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Directions for Use
- Recommended to take Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's with food to enhance its absorption.
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
- Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Medicinal Benefits
Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's offers the following medicinal benefits:
For calcium deficiency:
- Helps restore calcium levels in individuals with poor dietary intake or absorption issues.
- Supports the maintenance of healthy bones and teeth by increasing calcium levels in the body.
For osteoporosis:
- Helps strengthen the weak and brittle bones by increasing bone density.
- Reduces the risk of fractures in people with osteoporosis, especially in postmenopausal women and the elderly.
For osteomalacia and rickets:
- Improves bone mineralisation and helps strengthen weak or soft bones in children with osteomalacia/rickets.
For hypoparathyroidism:
- Helps manage and replenish low calcium levels resulting from underactive parathyroid glands.
For latent tetany:
- Helps prevent muscle spasms and cramps caused by low calcium levels in patients with latent tetany.
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Drug Warnings
- Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any ingredients in Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's or if you have heart, liver, kidney, or blood vessel problems.
- Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's is not recommended if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrients from food).
- Let your doctor know if you have conditions such as kidney stones, sarcoidosis (growth of inflammatory cells in different parts of the body), Crohn's disease (inflammatory bowel disease), Whipple's disease (bacterial infection affecting joints and digestive system), achlorhydria (little or no stomach acid), low levels of bile, and phosphate imbalance.
- Consult your doctor before using Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's, as it may affect calcium absorption.
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Dietary recommendations:
- Consume calcium- and vitamin D-rich foods as recommended by your doctor.
- Add dairy foods such as milk, yoghurt, cheese, or milk-based custard to your meals.
- Snack on calcium-rich nuts like Brazil nuts or almonds.
- Replace meat with tofu or tempeh for additional calcium.
- Eat a daily serving of broccoli, cabbage, bok choy, and other green leafy vegetables.
- Add sesame seeds to your meals or salads, as they are a good source of calcium.
- Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks, and alcohol, as they may inhibit calcium absorption.
Lifestyle measures:
- Do weight-bearing exercises such as walking, jogging, or dancing regularly to help keep your bones strong.
- Keep a healthy body weight and do balance exercises to help prevent falls.
- Practice gentle stretching and relaxation exercises to prevent muscle cramps.
- Get safe sunlight exposure daily to help your body naturally produce vitamin D.
- Avoid smoking and limit alcohol consumption.
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Alcohol
Caution
Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, it is advised to limit alcohol intake while using Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's.
Pregnancy
Caution
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Consult your doctor before taking Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
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Liver
Caution
Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's. Hepatic impairment/liver disease can alter the activity of certain Vitamin D forms.
Kidney
Caution
It is advised to seek a doctor's advice before starting Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or are undergoing dialysis.
Children
Caution
Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's should be used in children only when advised by the doctor.
Heart
Caution
Inform your doctor if you have any existing heart disease. Your doctor will recommend this medicine only if the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
Geriatrics
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Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's should be given to elderly patients only if recommended by a doctor. If you have any concerns, please consult your doctor.
FAQs
Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's belongs to the class of nutritional supplements primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. It effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak, brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (soft, weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels).
Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's contains Calcium citrate, Calcitriol, and Vitamin K2-7. Calcium citrate increases calcium levels in the body. Calcitriol raises vitamin D levels to enhance calcium absorption from the intestine. Vitamin K2-7 promotes the transport of calcium from the bloodstream into the bones. Together, they provide essential nutrients for bone formation and maintenance
Milk is considered to be the best source of calcium. You can take Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's with milk.
Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's may cause kidney stones due to excess calcium deposition when used for a prolonged period. Please consult your doctor before taking Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's as a daily supplement if you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones.
Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's is used to increase low levels of calcium in the body. Hence, it is not advised to use Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's during hypercalcemia since it causes the overdose of calcium, leading to kidney stones and other effects.
Calcitriol in Iffcal-K2 Softgel Capsule 10's may lead to calcium deposition in patients undergoing dialysis. Hence, it should be used cautiously. It is advised to follow a low-phosphate diet to control serum phosphorus levels in dialysis patients.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.
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- https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-94236/calcium-vitamin-d3-vitamin-k-oral/details
- https://www.drugs.com/mtm/calcitriol.html
- https://www.drugs.com/mtm/calcium-carbonate.html
- https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/menaquinone.html
- https://www.rxlist.com/consumer_calcitriol_calcijex_rocaltrol/drugs-condition.htm#what_are_warnings_and_precautions_for_calcitriol
