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Shelcal HD 12 Tablet belongs to the Vitamins class, primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. It effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, like Vitamin D deficiency, vitamin B12 deficiency, osteoporosis, hypoparathyroidism, latent tetany, and rickets or osteomalacia.
Shelcal HD 12 Tablet contains Calcium, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin B12. Calcium provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Vitamin D3 helps keep blood calcium and phosphorus levels, as well as the mineralisation of bone. Vitamin B12 helps the brain, nerves, and red blood cells function properly.
In some cases, it may cause side effects like diarrhoea, constipation, and stomach upset. These side effects typically do not require medical attention and usually resolve gradually over time. Consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Do not take Shelcal HD 12 Tablet if you're allergic to any ingredient in it. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Shelcal HD 12 Tablet . Shelcal HD 12 Tablet is safe for children only when recommended by the doctor.
Shelcal HD 12 Tablet is used to treat osteoporosis, vitamin D deficiency, vitamin B12 deficiency, osteomalacia (Rickets), hypoparathyroidism, and latent tetany. The detailed uses of Shelcal HD 12 Tablet are as follows:
Caution
Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, it is advised to limit alcohol intake while using Shelcal HD 12 Tablet .
Caution
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Shelcal HD 12 Tablet .
Caution
Consult your doctor before taking Shelcal HD 12 Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Shelcal HD 12 Tablet can be passed into breast milk. If Shelcal HD 12 Tablet is used during breastfeeding, please monitor the serum calcium levels of the mother and the infant.
Safe
Shelcal HD 12 Tablet does not affect your driving ability.
Caution
Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease before taking Shelcal HD 12 Tablet . Hepatic impairment or liver disease can alter the metabolic and therapeutic activity of specific forms of vitamin D.
Caution
Seek medical advice before using Shelcal HD 12 Tablet if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or are undergoing dialysis. It is essential to exercise caution in patients undergoing dialysis to maintain adequate phosphorus levels and prevent ectopic calcification (calcium deposition).
Consult your doctor
The doctor will recommend the dosage of Shelcal HD 12 Tablet based on the child's age and weight.
Safe if prescribed
Shelcal HD 12 Tablet is generally considered safe for heart patients when used at prescribed doses. However, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Safe if prescribed
Shelcal HD 12 Tablet is generally safe for elderly patients when given at the prescribed dose. However, it is advisable to consult a doctor before use.
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The time required for Shelcal HD 12 Tablet to start to work: Shelcal HD 12 Tablet ideally starts to show its action within 1 to 2 hours of administration.
The time for which the effects of Shelcal HD 12 Tablet last: Shelcal HD 12 Tablet effect lasts for 24 hours.
Drug-Drug Interactions: Shelcal HD 12 Tablet may interact with drugs treating high cholesterol levels (cholestyramine, colesevelam, colestipol), antibiotics (doxycycline, minocycline, penicillin, neomycin, and chloramphenicol), anti-cancer drugs (estramustine), drugs treating bone loss (alendronate), thyroid hormone (levothyroxine), weight-loss drugs (orlistat), fits medicines (phenobarbital), water pills (furosemide, ethacrynic acid), and heart-related medicines (digitoxin).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid or reduce caffeine intake, soft drinks and alcohol that inhibit calcium absorption.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Shelcal HD 12 Tablet is contraindicated in hypercalcaemia, hypervitaminosis D, malabsorption syndrome, and Vitamin D toxicity. Use this medicine with caution in heart/ liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, sarcoidosis, Crohn's disease, Whipple's disease, achlorhydria, low levels of bile, phosphate imbalance, diabetes, and phenylketonuria.
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