About CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES
CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES belongs to the class of medicines called dietary supplements. It is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. It may also be used to relieve other menopausal symptoms. Postmenopausal osteoporosis is a medical condition that causes thinning and weakening of the bones during/after a menopausal period.
CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES consists of Calcitriol (vitamin D3), Calcium citrate (mineral), and Soy isoflavones. Calcitriol is a man-made form of Vitamin D3 and treats calcium deficiency. It raises Vitamin D levels and thereby increases calcium levels in the blood. This helps in improving the absorption rate of calcium from the stomach. Calcium citrate is a mineral used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Soy isoflavones prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis and improve bone strength.
Take CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Sometimes you may experience nausea, vomiting, upset stomach and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Before taking the CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES, inform your doctor about all your allergic or hypersensitivity reactions to medicines or food. Inform your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are currently taking to rule out any potential negative effects. CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES should not be used when pregnant or breastfeeding unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES is not recommended for children.
Uses of CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES
Postmenopausal osteoporosis
Medicinal Benefits
CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES contains Calcitriol, Calcium citrate, and Soy isoflavones to treat postmenopausal osteoporosis. Calcitriol is a man-made form of Vitamin D3 and treats calcium deficiency. It raises Vitamin D levels and thereby increases calcium levels in the blood. This helps in improving the absorption rate of calcium from the stomach. Calcium citrate is a mineral used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Soy isoflavones prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis and improve bone strength.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Upset stomach
- Constipation
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Before taking the CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. Do not take CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES until your doctor prescribes if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES is not recommended for children.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES may interact with antibiotics (e.g. doxycycline, levofloxacin), drugs used to treat bone loss (e.g. alendronate), anti-cancer drugs (e.g. estramustine), thyroid drugs (e.g. levothyroxine), high cholesterol-lowering medicines (e.g. cholestyramine, colestipol), weight-loss drugs (e.g. orlistat), iron supplement (e.g. ferrous sulfate), calcium supplements (e.g. ergocalciferol, cholecalciferol), painkillers (e.g. aspirin) and antidepressants (e.g. duloxetine).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid spinach, rhubarb, bran and whole grains with CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES as they may reduce the absorption of calcium.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Avoid taking CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels in the blood), hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands), Zollinger Ellison syndrome, kidney stones and hypercalciuria (excess calcium in the urine), impaired kidney function or vitamin D toxicity. Also, CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES is contraindicated in patients on a low-sodium diet.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionNo interaction was found. However, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.
Pregnancy
cautionCALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES is advised for pregnant women only if your doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. However, if you are taking CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES while breastfeeding, the serum calcium levels of the mother and infant will be monitored.
Driving
cautionCALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
cautionLimited information was available about using CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES in patients with liver disease. If you have liver conditions, inform your doctor before taking this medicine.
Kidney
cautionLimited information was available about using CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES in patients with kidney disease. If you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking this medicine.
Children
unsafeCALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES is not recommended for children.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Include dairy products like milk, yogurt, cheese, or milk-based custard in your diet.
- Eat daily a serving of broccoli, cabbage, Chinese white cabbage, spinach, and other green leafy vegetables.
- 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.
Special Advise
- Your doctor may advise you to check calcium and vitamin D levels before starting CALCITRIOL+CALCIUM CITRATE+SOY ISOFLAVONES.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Postmenopausal osteoporosis: Postmenopausal osteoporosis is a medical disorder that causes bone loss and weakness during and after menopause. Estrogen insufficiency increases the risk of developing osteoporosis (weak bones). The decline in oestrogen during the menopause era (45 years of age) causes more bone resorption (osteoclasts; bone disintegration) than creation (osteoblasts; new bone development), leading to osteoporosis. Osteoporosis has no symptoms in the early stages. Yet, if sufficient care is not given, it might result in shattered bones. The bones do not pain at first, and breaks in the spine's bones may go unnoticed until they cause height reduction. Bones with osteoporosis might shatter at any time, even during normal tasks such as lifting or small activities.
