Thiazide diuretics reduce the urinary excretion of calcium. Due to increased risk of hypercalcaemia, serum calcium should be regularly monitored during concomitant use of thiazide diuretics. Systemic corticosteroids reduce calcium absorption. During concomitant use, it may be necessary to increase the dose of calcium tablet. Simultaneous treatment with ion exchange resins such as cholestyramine or laxatives such as paraffin oil may reduce the gastrointestinal absorption of vitamin D. Calcium carbonate may interfere with the absorption of concomitantly administered tetracycline preparations.
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)
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.
During pregnancy the daily intake should not exceed 1500 mg calcium and 600 IU cholecalciferol (15 mcg vitamin D). Studies in animals have shown reproductive toxicity with high dose of vitamin D. In pregnant women, overdoses of calcium and vitamin D should be avoided as permanent hypercalcaemia has been related to adverse effects on the developing foetus.
Overdose can lead to hypervitaminosis D and hypercalcaemia. Symptoms of hypercalcaemia may include anorexia, thirst, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, mental disturbances, polydipsia, polyuria, bone pain, nephrocalcinosis, nephrolithiasis and in severe cases, cardiac arrhythmias. Extreme hypercalcaemia may result in coma and death.
Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations
Store at temperature of below 30°C, protect from light & moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Common Questions about CoralCal-DX 600 mg+400 IU Tablet
What is CoralCal-DX 600 mg+400 IU Tablet?
CoralCal-DX 600 mg+400 IU Tablet is a combination of calcium carbonate and vitamin D3. It is used to prevent and treat calcium and vitamin D deficiency. Calcium is important for building and maintaining strong bones and teeth. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium.