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compositionComposition:CALCIUM-250MG+CHOLECALCIFEROL-125IU
prescriptionPrescription Medicine
Shelcal Syrup 200 ml
Shelcal Syrup 200 ml

Shelcal Syrup is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It contains Calcium and Cholecalciferol, which provide essential nutrients for maintaining bone formation and health. In some cases, it may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea, hypercalcaemia, hypercalciuria and skin allergy, stomach upset. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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More about the Product

Composition :

CALCIUM-250MG+CHOLECALCIFEROL-125IU

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Shelcal Syrup is a nutritional supplement that contains Calcium and Vitamin D3. It is primarily used to prevent calcium and vitamin D deficiencies, promote bone health during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and manage osteoporosis, particularly in older adults. It may also be given with other osteoporosis treatments for individuals who are at risk of both calcium and vitamin D deficiencies.

Shelcal Syrup contains Calcium (mineral) and Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3). Calcium provides essential nutrients to support bone formation and maintenance. Cholecalciferol helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels, as well as bone mineralisation.

Shelcal Syrup is likely safe to consume. In some cases, it may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea, hypercalcaemia, hypercalciuria, skin allergy and stomach upset. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Shelcal Syrup or its inactive components, inform your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Shelcal Syrup . Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines to prevent potential interactions.

Uses of Shelcal Syrup

Shelcal Syrup is used to manage conditions related to calcium and vitamin D deficiency. The detailed uses of Shelcal Syrup are as follows:

  • Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis: Shelcal Syrup strengthens bones and reduces the risk of fractures in people who have or are at risk for osteoporosis.
  • Pregnancy and lactation: Shelcal Syrup is used to increase calcium and vitamin D needs in pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.
  • Calcium and vitamin D deficiencies in the elderly: Shelcal Syrup is used to restore adequate levels and promote bone health in older adults.
  • Management of dietary deficiencies: Shelcal Syrup helps individuals with low calcium and vitamin D intake maintain optimal health.

Key Benefits

  • Shelcal Syrup is a combination of Calcium and Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) used to treat and prevent various conditions caused by calcium and vitamin D deficiency.
  • It helps maintain adequate calcium levels in the blood, essential for healthy bones, muscles, and nerves.
  • Shelcal Syrup strengthens bones and teeth, reducing the risk of fractures in conditions like osteoporosis.
  • Shelcal Syrup helps meet higher calcium and vitamin D needs during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • It aids in the proper absorption of calcium and phosphorus from the intestine, correcting vitamin D deficiency.

Directions for Use

  • Shelcal Syrup should be taken on an empty stomach or as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Take the suggested dose/quantity by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe provided by the pack.
  • Shake the bottle well before each use.
Shelcal Syrup contains Calcium (mineral) and Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3). Calcium provides essential nutrients to support bone formation and maintenance. Cholecalciferol helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels, as well as bone mineralisation.
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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption, hence it is advised to limit alcohol intake while using Shelcal Syrup .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Shelcal Syrup .

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor before taking Shelcal Syrup if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if suggested

Shelcal Syrup is usually safe and does not interact with your driving ability.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease before taking Shelcal Syrup .

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Kidney

Caution

Seek doctor advice before starting Shelcal Syrup if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or are undergoing dialysis. Caution should be taken in patients undergoing dialysis before starting Shelcal Syrup .

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Children

Consult your doctor

The doctor will decide the dosage of Shelcal Syrup based on the child's age and weight.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Inform your doctor if you have heart problems before using Shelcal Syrup .

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Shelcal Syrup can be given to geriatrics. If you have any concerns regarding the use of Shelcal Syrup , please consult a doctor.

Do not take more than the recommended dose of Shelcal Syrup as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include Loss of appetite, increased thirst, feeling sick, vomiting, constipation, stomach pain, muscle weakness, tiredness, mood changes, frequent urination, bone discomfort, calcium deposits in the kidneys and irregular heartbeats. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese or milk-based custard in your diet.
  • Eat daily a serving of broccoli, cabbage, bok choy, spinach and other green leafy vegetables.
  • 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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Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Shelcal Syrup if you are allergic to any of its components.
  • Shelcal Syrup is not recommended if you have hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food).
  • Brief your medical history if you have any heart, kidney, liver, blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, or sarcoidosis (growth of inflammatory cells in different parts of the body).
  • Drinking alcohol may affect calcium absorption; therefore, it is advised to limit alcohol intake while using Shelcal Syrup .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ColecalciferolAluminium hydroxide
Severe
ColecalciferolErgocalciferol
Severe

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ColecalciferolAluminium hydroxide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Shelcal Syrup 200 ml:
The combined use of aluminum hydroxide with Shelcal Syrup 200 ml may increase the risk of toxicity.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Shelcal Syrup 200 ml 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.
ColecalciferolErgocalciferol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Shelcal Syrup 200 ml:
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 Shelcal Syrup 200 ml 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.
ColecalciferolCalcifediol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Shelcal Syrup 200 ml:
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 Shelcal Syrup 200 ml 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.
ColecalciferolParicalcitol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Shelcal Syrup 200 ml:
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 Shelcal Syrup 200 ml 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.
ColecalciferolDihydrotachysterol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Shelcal Syrup 200 ml:
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 Shelcal Syrup 200 ml 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 Shelcal Syrup 200 ml:
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 Shelcal Syrup 200 ml 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.
ColecalciferolSucralfate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Shelcal Syrup 200 ml:
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.
ColecalciferolCalcitriol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Shelcal Syrup 200 ml:
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 Shelcal Syrup 200 ml 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.
Calcium carbonateRaltegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Shelcal Syrup 200 ml:
Co-administration of Shelcal Syrup 200 ml may interfere with the absorption of Raltegravir and reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Shelcal Syrup 200 ml with Raltegravir should be avoided. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns, the doctor may recommend alternatives that do not interact with raltegravir. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Calcium carbonateGefitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Shelcal Syrup 200 ml:
Co-administration of Shelcal Syrup 200 ml may interfere with the absorption of Gefitinib and reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Shelcal Syrup 200 ml can be taken with Gefitinib if prescribed by the doctor. However, Gefitinib and Shelcal Syrup 200 ml should not be taken orally at the same time. Maintain a gap of 2-6 hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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CALCIUM-250MG+CHOLECALCIFEROL-125IUFiber rich foods
Moderate

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CALCIUM-250MG+CHOLECALCIFEROL-125IUFiber rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Spinach

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Shelcal Syrup 200 ml with food containing oxalic acid (e.g., spinach) or phytic acid (e.g., whole grains) can decrease the absorption of Shelcal Syrup 200 ml. It is advised to take Shelcal Syrup 200 ml 2 hours after or before consumption of food containing oxalic acid or phytic acid.

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FAQs

Shelcal Syrup is used to treat calcium and vitamin D deficiencies, promote bone health during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and manage osteoporosis, particularly in older adults.

Shelcal Syrup is a dietary supplement that treats low levels of calcium in the blood. It consists of Calcium and Cholecalciferol. Calcium is a mineral that prevents or treats calcium deficiency. Cholecalciferol, also known as Vitamin D3, helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and bone mineralisation. When you don't get enough Vitamin D from food sources and sunlight exposure, Shelcal Syrup helps balance those low levels.

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.

Shelcal Syrup can cause kidney stones due to excess calcium deposition when used for a prolonged period. Please consult your doctor before taking Shelcal Syrup as a daily supplement if you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones.

Shelcal Syrup is used to increase low levels of calcium in the body. Hence, it is not advised to use Shelcal Syrup during hypercalcaemia, since it causes the overdose of calcium, leading to kidney stones and other effects.

Antacids may increase the absorption of Calcium from Shelcal Syrup . Hence, it is advised to take Shelcal Syrup two hours before, or four hours after taking antacids.

Yes, Shelcal Syrup is good for bones. It contains calcium and cholecalciferol, which are essential for maintaining bone health.

You are advised to consult a doctor before taking Shelcal Syrup with other dietary supplements.

Nutritional deficiencies occur when the body lacks essential nutrients due to inadequate intake or poor absorption. These nutrients are crucial for growth, development, and disease prevention. Even with a proper diet, the body may struggle to absorb certain nutrients, leading to health issues such as a weakened immune system, skin disorders, digestive complications, impaired bone development, and neurological conditions.

The common side effects of Shelcal Syrup are nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea, hypercalcaemia, hypercalciuria, skin allergy and stomach upset. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

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