Coralex 500/200 IU Tab

Coralex 500/200 IU Tab

Description

Coral calcium is a salt of calcium derived from fossilized coral reefs. Calcium is essential minerals for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, bone fracture and in pregnancy. Clinical studies suggest that Vitamin D has significant role in calcium absorption in the gastrointestinal tract. In addition to this, it ensures correct renewal and mineralization of bone. However, coral calcium is an excellent source of calcium and with small amount of magnesium and other trace minerals which are exceptionally bio available form .All the minerals have many vital roles in cardiovascular, diabetes.

Composition

Each tablet contains Calcium Carbonate USP 250 mg (from Coralsource) equivalent to 500 mg of elemental Calcium and Vitamin D USP 200 IU.  

Pharmacology

Adequate Calcium in the blood is so vital to a wide variety of bodily functions that our internal biochemistry will not tolerate a deficiency even for short periods. Clinical evidence suggests that Calcium is useful for the prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis and associated fractures. Vitamin D is also essential for healthy bones as it aids in Calcium absorption from the GI tract. In addition to this it stimulates bone formation. Clinical studies also show that Calcium and vitamin D has synergistic effects on bone growth as well as in Osteoporosis and fracture prevention.

Indication

Calcium and Vitamin D is used for the treatment of:

• Osteoporosis  • Osteomalacia  • Rickets  • Tetany  • Parathyroid disease etc.  

Dosage & Administration

One tablet in the morning and one tablet at night or as directed by the Physician.

Contraindication

Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism

• Hypercalciuria and nephrolithiasis

• Hypersensitivity to the component of this preparation

• Severe renal insufficiencies  

• Concomitant digoxin therapy (requires careful monitoring of serum Calcium level)

Side Effect

Orally administered Calcium Carbonate may be irritating to the GI tract. It may also cause constipation. Hypercalcemia is rarely produced by administration of Calcium alone, but may occur when large doses are given to patients with chronic renal failure. Also, there may be allergic reactions, irregular heartbeats, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite dry mouth and drowsiness. Following administration of Vitamin D Supplements occasion skin rash has been reported.

Precaution

When hypercalcemia occurs, discontinuation of the drug is usually sufficient to return serum Calcium concentrations to normal. Patients with a history of stone formation should also be recommended to increase their fluid intake.

Use in Pregnancy & Lactation

It should be used as directed by the physician during Pregnancy and Lactation.

Drug Interaction

It has possible interaction with digoxin, antacids containing Calcium, Aluminum or Magnesium, other Calcium supplements, Calcitriol, Tetracycline, Doxycycline, Aminocycline or Oxytetracycline etc. So while taking Calboral-D™ with any of these drugs consultations of the physicians is needed.

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose may include nausea and vomiting,severe drowsiness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, metallic taste, stomach cramps, unconsciousness, diarrhea, weakness, headache, constipation, dizziness orirritability.  

Storage

Store at a cool and dry place protected from light and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Supply

Each box contains 510 tablets in Alu-PVC blister pack. Store in a cool & dry place protected from light. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.