Calcium Sandoz Injection

Composition Calcium Gluconate (50mg) + Calcium Lactobionate (87.5mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack vial of 10 ml Injection
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class
Action Class
Habbit Forming No
Manufacturer Novartis India Ltd
Manufacturer address Sandoz House, Shiv Sagar Estate, Worli Mumbai -400 018, India

Calcium Sandoz Injection injection is administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You are not advised to self administer this injection. Inform your doctor if you have any known allergy from this medication.

You may experience symptoms of injection site reactions such as redness, swelling, and pain. Usually, they go away with time but if these symptoms persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any disease or are taking any medicines.

Calcium deficiency

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Calcium Sandoz Injection is a nutritional supplement containing two calcium salts: Calcium Gluconate and Calcium Lactobionate which treat calcium deficiency. Calcium is a mineral, essential for several body functions, including the formation of strong bones. It is also necessary for nerve, muscle and heart function as well as for certain hormonal functions.

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Calcium Sandoz Injection 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.

Include calcium-rich food in your diet like milk, cheese, yogurt, calcium-fortified soya milk, and green leafy vegetables like spinach.

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In Calcium deficiency

Calcium is a mineral that is essential for proper bone growth and function. Your heart, muscles, and nerves also need calcium to function properly. Calcium Sandoz Injection helps treat calcium deficiency (hypocalcemia) if you do not get enough calcium from your diet. Calcium Sandoz Injection works by increasing the levels of calcium in your body. The advantage of taking Calcium Sandoz Injection over tablets is that it it is absorbed by the body quickly and gives effective results. However, you should always take Calcium Sandoz Injection under a doctors supervison and recommendation. Along with this, you can also ask your doctor for a diet rich in calcium in order to improve its level.

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

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Calcium Sandoz Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Calcium Sandoz Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Calcium Sandoz Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Calcium Sandoz Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney:CAUTION

Calcium Sandoz Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Calcium Sandoz Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Calcium Sandoz Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Calcium Sandoz Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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