Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc
About Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc
Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels).
Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc can also be given to pregnant, nursing, and postmenopausal women to ensure that they are getting enough calcium. Additionally, Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc is used to treat hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands) and metabolic bone disease in people with chronic kidney disease, surgery, or other conditions.
Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc consists of three medicines: Calcium carbonate (mineral), Calcitriol (Vitamin D3), and Zinc (mineral). Calcium provides essential nutrients for bone formation and maintenance. Calcitriol helps in improving the absorption of calcium from the intestine. Zinc stimulates osteoblastic bone formation and mineralisation.
In some cases, Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc can cause side effects like constipation or stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, mood changes, weakness, tiredness, fast or pounding heartbeat, bone/muscle pain, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to any of the components in Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc, please inform your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc. Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines or have pre-existing medical conditions to prevent potential interactions.
Uses of Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc
Medicinal Benefits
- Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc is a nutritional supplement composed of Calcium Carbonate, Calcitriol (Vitamin D3), and Zinc, used to correct calcium and vitamin D deficiencies and support bone health.
- It replenishes low calcium levels in the body, supporting the proper functioning of nerves, muscles, and bones.
- Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc is indicated for the treatment of osteoporosis, osteomalacia, and rickets, by strengthening bones and preventing fractures or deformities.
- It enhances calcium absorption from the intestine and maintains adequate blood calcium levels, especially in patients with hypoparathyroidism or chronic kidney disease.
- Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc helps in the treatment of tetany, a condition characterised by painful muscle cramps and spasms due to low calcium levels.
- It plays a vital role in bone regeneration, collagen formation, and protein synthesis, all of which are crucial for maintaining bone density and structure.
Directions for Use
- Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
- Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
- Swallow Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not chew, crush or break it.
Storage
Side Effects of Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Stomach pain
- Constipation
- Mood changes
- Tiredness/ weakness
- Fast or pounding heartbeat
Drug Warnings
- If you are known to be allergic to Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc or any other medicines, please tell your doctor.
- Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc is not recommended if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), metastatic calcification (extra deposits of calcium in the body), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food).
- Inform your doctor before taking Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc if you have any heart/kidney/liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, sarcoidosis (growth of inflammatory cells in different parts of the body), Crohn's disease (inflammatory bowel disease), Whipple's disease (bacterial infection affecting joints and digestive system), achlorhydria (little or no stomach acid), low levels of bile, or phosphate imbalance.
- If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc.
- Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc may interact with anti-cancer medication (estramustine), cholesterol-lowering agent (cholestyramine), medicine used to treat heart problems (digitalis), medicines to treat bacterial infections (ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, gatifloxacin, sparfloxacin, ofloxacin), and antifungal (ketoconazole).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks, and alcohol that inhibit calcium absorption.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have myeloma, bone metastases, primary hyperparathyroidism, Nephrolithiasis/nephrocalcinosis, renal failure, or hypervitaminosis D.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionDrinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, it is advised to limit alcohol intake while using Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc.
Pregnancy
cautionConsult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc.
Breast Feeding
cautionCalcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc can pass into the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
safeNo interaction was found/established.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease before taking Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc. Hepatic impairment/liver disease can alter the metabolic and therapeutic activity of certain Vitamin D forms.
Kidney
cautionSeek a doctor's advice before starting Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or are undergoing dialysis. Calcitriol in Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc increases inorganic phosphate levels in serum; hence, caution should be taken in patients undergoing dialysis to maintain adequate phosphorus levels and avoid ectopic calcification (calcium deposition).
Children
cautionCalcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor.
Habit Forming
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.
- 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, as they may inhibit calcium absorption.
- Replace the meat with tofu or tempeh for extra calcium in your food.
Special Advise
- Clinical monitoring of serum electrolyte concentrations and cardiac function is recommended.
- A low phosphate diet is recommended to control serum phosphorus levels in patients undergoing dialysis.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Osteoporosis: It is a bone disease that weakens and makes bones brittle by decreasing bone density. As bones become less dense, they weaken and are more likely to break. Breaking a bone is a serious complication of osteoporosis, especially in older patients. Women are much more likely to develop osteoporosis than are men. Signs and symptoms include back pain caused by a fractured or collapsed vertebra, loss of height over time, a stooped posture, and a bone that breaks much more easily than expected.
Osteomalacia/Rickets: A bone disease caused by softening and weakening bones in children due to inadequate vitamin D. Adults can experience a similar condition known as osteomalacia. It causes bone pain, poor growth, and soft, weak bones that can lead to bone deformities.
Tetany: A disease condition due to low levels of calcium (hypocalcemia) in the body causes cramps and spasms in the hands, feet, and larynx (voice box).
Hypoparathyroidism: It is a disease characterised by low levels of parathyroid hormone. This can cause low calcium levels and trigger tetany.
FAQs
Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc is used to treat Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal osteoporosis, Osteomalacia, Rickets, Calcium deficiency and Tetany.
Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc is a combination of three medicines, namely: Calcium carbonate, Calcitriol and Zinc. Calcitriol helps your body effectively absorb Calcium Carbonate and additionally supports the muscles needed to avoid falls. Calcium and Zinc help build and maintain bones. Collectively, Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc treats osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels).
Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc is used to increase low levels of calcium in the body. Hence, it is not advised to use Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc during hypercalcemia, since it causes the overdose of calcium, leading to kidney stones and other effects.
Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc can cause kidney stones due to excess calcium deposition when used for a prolonged period. Please consult your doctor before taking Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc as a daily supplement if you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones.
Common side effects of Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc include constipation, stomach pain, loss of appetite, fast or pounding heartbeat, bone, or muscle pain.
Do not use Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc if you are allergic to Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc or any other ingredients in it. Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc is not recommended in hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), metastatic calcification (extra deposits of calcium in the body), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food).
Calcium Carbonate+calcitriol+zinc can be taken either before or after eating. If stomach upset occurs, taking it with food may help alleviate discomfort. Always follow your doctor's personalised instructions.
