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Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm, Pack of 1
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm used to prevent/treat vitamin D deficiency. It contains Cholecalciferol, which increases vitamin D levels in the body. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, constipation, and increased calcium levels in blood and urine. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Synonym :

VITAMIN D3

Composition :

CHOLECALCIFEROL-60000IU

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Inolife Healthcare

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm

Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm is a vitamin supplement primarily used to treat vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D deficiency occurs when your body has low Vitamin D levels and is caused by inadequate nutrition, intestinal malabsorption, or lack of sunlight exposure. It effectively treats various conditions, including low calcium levels, osteoporosis (weak bones), latent tetany (a muscle disease characterized by low blood calcium levels), and rickets or osteomalacia (softening of bones due to low calcium levels).

Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm contains Cholecalciferol, a form of vitamin D. It promotes the absorption of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin A from different organs and helps maintain overall health.

Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm is likely safe to consume. In rare cases, it may cause side effects such as constipation, increased blood calcium levels, elevated calcium levels in urine, vomiting, and nausea. These side effects typically do not require medical attention and usually resolve gradually over time. If these side effects persist, please consult your physician immediately.

Take Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm as advised. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. You can take Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm with or without food. It is advised not to take more than the recommended dose of Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm. Do not touch the medicine with wet hands.

Inform your physician if you are allergic to Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm. This medicine may contain sugar or aspartame. Hence, caution should be taken in diabetes and phenylketonuria (increased levels of an amino acid called phenylalanine). Let your doctor know if you have any liver/kidney disease, heart disease, kidney stones and hypervitaminosis D (having too much vitamin D) or are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm. Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm is safe to use in children when recommended by the paediatrician.

Uses of Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm

Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm is used to treat Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia (Rickets), Vitamin D deficiency, Hypoparathyroidism, and Latent tetany. The detailed uses of Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm are as follows:
• Osteoporosis: Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm maintains bone density by reducing fracture risk.
• Osteomalacia (Rickets): Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm treats bone softening due to vitamin D deficiency.
• Vitamin D deficiency: Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm helps to replenish vitamin D levels for bone health.
• Hypoparathyroidism: Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm manages calcium levels with underactive parathyroid glands.
• Latent tetany: Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm relieves muscle cramps and spasms from low calcium levels.

Directions for Use

• Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm can be taken with or without food. However, it is best to take it after meals, especially with high-fat foods, for better absorption. • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication. • Place the tablet on the tongue and allow it to dissolve without chewing. • Do not crush, break, or swallow Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm as a whole. • Do not handle the tablet with wet hands.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It effectively treats various conditions in the body like Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, hypoparathyroidism, latent tetany and rickets or osteomalacia.
  • Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm contains cholecalciferol (vitamin D3). Cholecalciferol is a steroid hormone produced in the skin when exposed to ultraviolet light or obtained from food sources.
  • Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm is a provitamin that is converted into a vitamin after intake. It helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone.
  • Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm is also used in treating familial hypophosphatemia (a group of rare inherited disorders characterized by low phosphate levels resulting in deformities of the bones and teeth).

How Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm Works

Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm contains Cholecalciferol, a form of vitamin D. It promotes the absorption of calcium, phosphates, and Vitamin A from different organs and helps maintain overall health.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm
  • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight.
  • Manage cholesterol and blood pressure.
  • Limit intake of caffeine and alcohol.
  • Avoid vaping and tobacco smoke.
  • Get enough sleep.
  • Talk to your doctor about antiarrhythmic drugs or other medications to treat your condition.
  • Confusion is a major psychotic disorder that needs immediate medical attention.
  • Acknowledge your experience and put effort to control confusion.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake as it can worsen the condition and increase your confusion.
  • Practice meditation and yoga to avoid anxiety, which can be one of the leading causes.
  • Talk to your dietician and consume food that can improve your mental health.
Here are the steps to Dry Mouth (xerostomia) caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dry mouth symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help keep your mouth moist and alleviate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Chew sugar-free gum or candies to increase saliva production and keep your mouth moisturized.
  • Use saliva substitutes, such as mouthwashes or sprays, only if your doctor advises them to help moisturize your mouth and alleviate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Avoid consuming smoking, alcohol, spicy or acidic foods, and other irritants that may aggravate dry mouth symptoms.
  • Schedule regular dental check-ups to keep track of your oral health and handle any dry mouth issues as they arise.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Frequent flossing and brushing can help remove bacteria and debris that can give your teeth a metallic taste.
  • The metallic flavor may be caused by a zinc deficiency. Eat foods like meat, chicken, and oysters that are high in zinc.
  • Reducing the intake of foods with strong aromas, like onions and garlic, as they may intensify the taste of metallic substances.
  • Avoid smoking and tobacco products as they may intensify the metallic flavor.
  • Rest the injured area to promote healing.
  • Use heat pack for chronic pain and cold pack for recent injuries.
  • After pain decreases, do gentle stretches and light exercises.
  • Maintain good posture, eat a calcium- and vitamin D-rich diet, stay hydrated, and manage stress.
  • Seek medical help for severe or unexplained pain or if it worsens.

What if I have taken an overdose of Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm

Do not take more than the suggested dose of Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm. Excess Vitamin D may raise your risk of hypercalcemia, a buildup of calcium in the blood that can lead to weakness, frequent urination, nausea, and vomiting. Toxic vitamin D levels may also lead to renal issues, including calcium stones and bone discomfort.

Drug Warnings

Tell your physician if you are allergic to Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm. It may contain sugar or aspartame. Hence, caution should be taken in diabetes and phenylketonuria (increased levels of an amino acid called phenylalanine). Inform your doctor if you have any history of hypercalcemia, hyperparathyroidism, kidney disease, liver disease, electrolyte imbalance, heart disease, kidney stones and hypervitaminosis D (having too much vitamin D) before taking Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm is safe to use in children above 2 years of age only at the recommended dose. Your paediatrician will decide the dose of the medicine based on your child's age and body weight.

Store Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm at room temperature. You are advised not to touch the medicine with wet hands. Keep the medicine out of reach of children. Do not take more than the recommended dose of medicine, as too much of vitamin D intake can lead to hypercalcemia (increased calcium levels in the body). It is always important to check for the expiry of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ColecalciferolDihydrotachysterol
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ColecalciferolDoxercalciferol
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ColecalciferolDihydrotachysterol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm:
Cholecalciferol and dihydrotachysterol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm and dihydrotachysterol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolDoxercalciferol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm:
Cholecalciferol and doxercalciferol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm and doxercalciferol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolCalcitriol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm:
Co-administration of Cholecalciferol and Calcitriol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm and calcitriol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolParicalcitol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm:
The combined use of cholecalciferol and paricalcitol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm and paricalcitol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolSucralfate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm:
Taking Cholecalciferol together with Sucralfate may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Cholecalciferol and Sucralfate, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolErgocalciferol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm:
The combined use of cholecalciferol and ergocalciferol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm and ergocalciferol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolAluminium hydroxide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm:
The combined use of aluminum hydroxide with Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm may increase the risk of toxicity.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm with Aluminium hydroxide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like bone pain, muscle weakness, anemia, seizures, or dementia, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ColecalciferolCalcifediol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm:
The combined use of calcifediol with cholecalciferol can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm and calcifediol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese or milk-based custard in your diet.
  • Eat a serving of broccoli, cabbage, spinach, and other green leafy vegetables daily.
  • Include the best dietary sources of vitamin D, such as fish liver oils and vitamin D–fortified milk.
  • Snack on calcium-rich nuts like Brazil nuts or almonds. 
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds over your food, vegetables and salads. Sesame seeds are high in calcium.
  • Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks and alcohol that inhibit calcium absorption.
  • Replace the meat with tofu or tempeh for extra calcium in your food.

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No

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VITAMIN D ANALOGS

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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Use higher doses of Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm during pregnancy than the daily dietary allowance only when the doctor advises. Your physician will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your physician before taking Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm if you are breastfeeding. Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm can pass into the breast milk. If Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm is used during breastfeeding, please monitor the mother and the infant's serum calcium levels.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness while using Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm. Please consult your doctor if you experience any dizziness.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Before taking Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm, let your physician know if you have any history of liver disease. Hepatic impairment/liver disease can alter certain Vitamin D forms' metabolic and therapeutic activity.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

It is advised to seek physician advice before starting Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or undergoing dialysis. Caution should be taken in dialysis patients to maintain adequate phosphorus levels and avoid ectopic calcification (calcium deposition).

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Children

Caution

The physician will suggest the dosage of Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm based on the child's age and weight.

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FAQs

Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm is used to treat low blood calcium levels. Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm effectively treats various conditions in the body, such as Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), hypoparathyroidism (parathyroid glands make low levels of calcium in the body), latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels), and rickets or osteomalacia (softening or deforming of bones due to a lack of calcium).

Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm contains Cholecalciferol, a form of vitamin D. Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) is a supplement that promotes the absorption of calcium, phosphates and Vitamin A from different organs and helps maintain overall health.

Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm may cause common side effects, such as constipation, increased blood calcium levels, increased calcium levels in urine, vomiting, and nausea. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist, please consult your doctor immediately.

Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm should be used with caution in conditions like hypercalcemia, liver problems, kidney problems, heart problems, hypervitaminosis, kidney stones, phenylketonuria and diabetes.

Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm is used to increase low calcium levels in the body. Hence, it is not advised to use Inocal 60K Sachet 1 gm during hypercalcemia since it causes an overdose of calcium, leading to kidney stones and other effects.

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.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

1167, Poornaparajna Layout Bangalore India
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