Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet
Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get maximum benefits from it. Do not take it more than or longer than prescribed by the doctor, as that may cause harmful effects.
Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet is a nutritional supplement used in the treatment of calcium deficiency. It is prescribed when your diet alone cannot provide the necessary calcium your body needs. It increases the absorption of calcium and helps to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels.
Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get maximum benefits from it. Do not take it more than or longer than prescribed by the doctor, as that may cause harmful effects.
It may cause constipation and upset stomach in some people. If you experience any such symptoms on taking the medicine, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or prevent the side effects. Before taking the medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions or if you are taking any other medications. This will ensure your safety to use this medicine.
03Uses
Treatment and prevention of Calcium deficiency
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet is a combination of two nutritional supplements: Calcium and Vitamin D3. Calcium is added as a dietary supplement when the amount of calcium taken in the diet is not enough. Vitamin D3 is a form of vitamin D. It raises vitamin D levels in your blood. This in turn raises calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from food.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Upset stomach
Constipation
08Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:SAFE
Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
09Drug Tips
Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet is used in the treatment of calcium deficiency.
Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems, or if you have ever had kidney stones.
Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medications like antihypertensives, antibiotics, or medicines for heart disease or bone disorders.
Inform your doctor if you are taking an iron supplement, as the absorption rate might be affected.
Along with taking Calcibac 250mg/100IU Tablet, maintain a healthy lifestyle, include calcium-rich food in your diet, exercise (regular weight-bearing exercise) with your doctor’s advice.
References
Sources and references
Drugs.com. Calcium and vitamin D combination. view
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Sanaei M, Banasiri M, Shafiee G, et al. Calcium vitamin D3 supplementation in clinical practice: side effect and satisfaction. J Diabetes Metab Disord. 2016;15:5. view
