Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine
About Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine
Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine is used to treat low calcium levels in conditions such as vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels).
Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine consists of calcium, cholecalciferol, and glycine. Calcium provides essential nutrients that help bone formation and maintenance. Cholecalciferol helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and bone mineralisation. Glycine improves bone health and reduces the risk of diseases.
In some cases, it may cause common side effects like constipation, nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if any of the side effects persist or worsen, please consult a doctor.
Do not take Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine. Do not use Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine if you have kidney problems/stones, or if you have a high vitamin D level in your blood.
Uses of Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine
Medicinal Benefits
For Vitamin D deficiency:
- Increases total vitamin D levels and treats vitamin D insufficiency.
- Increases bone mineral density and fortifies teeth and bones.
- Relieves deficiency-related bone pain, muscle pains, and weakness.
- Reduces the chance of bone fractures, particularly in older people.
For Osteoporosis:
- Reduces bone loss and increases bone mineral density
- Lowers the chance of fragility fractures, particularly those of the wrist, hip, and spine.
- Reduces osteoporosis-related muscular weakness and bone discomfort.
- Reduces the incidence of falls in elderly patients by promoting normal muscle strength.
For Osteomalacia:
- Decreases the chance of bone fractures and pseudofractures and gradually improves bone softness and abnormalities.
- Promotes healthy muscular movement and function.
- Helps with overall skeletal recovery when taken regularly.
For Tetany:
- Relieves tetany-related muscular stiffness, cramps, and spasms.
- Keeps calcium levels steady, helping prevent recurring tetany episodes.
- Promotes healthy muscle and nerve function.
Directions for Use
- Take Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine with or without food as advised by the doctor.
- Follow your doctor's recommendations on the dosage and timing of this medication to achieve optimal results.
- Swallow Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, chew, or break it.
Storage
Side Effects of Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine
- Constipation
- Stomach upset
- Nausea
- Vomiting
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Drug Warnings
- Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine or its inactive components.
- Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine is not recommended if you have hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrients from food).
- Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart/liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, achlorhydria (little or no stomach acid), low levels of bile, and phosphate imbalance before starting Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine.
- Consult your doctor before taking Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; therefore, it is advised to avoid/limit alcohol intake while using Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine.
- Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine is safe for children only when advised by a doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Taking Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine with the following medication classes may cause adverse reactions.
Antibiotics (tetracycline, doxycycline)
• Potential effect: May reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics.
Water pills (hydrochlorothiazide)
• Potential effect: May cause increased risk of hypercalcemia (elevated calcium levels).
Drugs treating bone loss (alendronate)
• Potential effect: May reduce the absorption of Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine.
Thyroid hormone (levothyroxine)
• Potential effect: May reduce the absorption of other drugs.
Fits medicines (phenobarbital, phenytoin)
• Potential effect: May reduce the effectiveness of Vitamin D
Other Vitamin D supplements (Doxercalciferol, ergocalciferol)
• Potential effect: May cause elevated risk of vitamin D toxicity.
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid or reduce caffeine intake, soft drinks, and alcohol, as they may inhibit calcium absorption.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have a history of the following conditions before taking Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine, as it may worsen your condition or cause complications.
- Heart problems
- Malabsorption
- Kidney disease
- High calcium levels
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionDrinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, it is advised to limit/avoid alcohol intake while using Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorConsult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor before taking Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine.
Driving
safe if suggestedCalcium+cholecalciferol+glycine usually does not interfere with your driving ability.
Liver
consult your doctorLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine.
Kidney
consult your doctorYou should seek a doctor's advice before starting Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or are undergoing dialysis. Caution should be taken in patients undergoing dialysis.
Children
consult your doctorThe doctor will decide the dosage of Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine based on the child's age and weight.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Healthy eating habits:
- Add foods high in calcium, such as milk, curd, paneer, cheese, ragi, sesame seeds, and almonds.
- Make sure you get enough vitamin D from foods like eggs, salmon, fortified milk, and mushrooms.
- To promote bone health, consume meals high in protein (dal, legumes, eggs, lean meat).
- To improve vitamin D synthesis, spend 15 to 20 minutes in the morning in the sun.
- Reduce your intake of carbonated drinks, salt, and caffeine because they accelerate calcium loss.
Lifestyle modifications:
- To strengthen your bones, engage in weight-bearing and strength-building activities such as yoga, stair climbing, and walking.
- To reduce bone stress and fracture risk, maintain a healthy body weight.
- Wearing appropriate footwear and maintaining well-lit living areas can help prevent falls and injuries.
- To promote bone growth and general health, make sure you get enough sleep.
Habits
- Steer clear of alcohol and tobacco since they weaken bones and decrease the absorption of calcium.
Special Advise
It is advised to timely monitor your Vitamin D levels through blood examination.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Vitamin D deficiency: When a person cannot get enough Vitamin D through food and exposure to sunlight, it leads to vitamin D deficiency. It often leads to thin, brittle or misshapen bones.
Osteoporosis: It is a bone disease that makes the bones weak and brittle by decreasing bone density.
Tetany: A disease condition due to low calcium levels (hypocalcaemia) in the body that causes cramps and spasms in the hands, feet, and larynx (voice box).
Osteomalacia/Rickets: A disease caused by softening and weakening of bones in children due to inadequate vitamin D.
Hypoparathyroidism: It is a disease characterised by low levels of parathyroid hormone. This can cause low calcium levels and trigger tetany (muscle cramps, spasms or tremors).
FAQs
Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine is primarily used to‚ treat various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body like 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 lack of calcium).
Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine is a dietary supplement that helps treat low blood calcium levels. It consists of Calcium, Cholecalciferol, and Glycine. When you don't get enough calcium and vitamin D from food sources and sunlight exposure, Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine helps replenish those low levels.
Milk is considered to be the best source of calcium. You can take Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine with milk.
Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine is used to increase low calcium levels in the body. Hence, it is not advised to use Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine during hypercalcaemia since it causes the overdose of calcium, leading to kidney stones and other effects.
Antacids may increase the absorption of Calcium from Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine. Hence, taking Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine two hours before or four hours after taking antacids is advised.
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.
The common side effects of Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine are constipation, nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine. It's essential to discuss the potential risks and benefits with your doctor, who will decide if Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine is suitable for you.
Take Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine as advised by your doctor. Swallow it with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
Store Calcium+cholecalciferol+glycine in a cool and dry place at a temperature not exceeding 30°C. Away from sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
