Biocal-D
Cheaper & Alternative Brands
Same generic (Algae Calcium + Vitamin D3), same form (Tablet)
Clinical Prescribing Information
Medical monograph and safety information for healthcare professionals & patients.Indications & Clinical Uses
Algecal D is indicated in following cases-
Treatment of osteoporosis, rickets, osteomalacia, tetany and hypoparathyroidism
In pregnancy and lactation due to increased demand
In kidney disease and pancreatitis
During therapy with antiseizure medications
The prevention and treatment of Calcium and Vitamin D3 deficiency
Dosage & Administration
Usual adult dose: 1 tablet in the morning and 1 tablet at night. Tablet should be taken orally.
Contraindications
Hypocalcemia and hypercalciuria
Metastatic calcification
Hypersensitivity to any of the components of Calcium and Vitamin D3 preparation
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Common side effects of Calcium and Vitamin D3 may include an irregular heartbeat, nausea, dry mouth, weakness, headache, a metallic taste in mouth, muscle or bone pain and drowsiness. Rare side effects are high amount of Calcium in blood, constipation, diarrhoea, loss of appetite.
Warnings & Precautions
Caution should be taken in patients with renal impairment, sarcoidosis, hypercalcemia and hypercalciuria.
Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action
Calcium (Algae Source) is an essential element and plays vital role in the body. It makes body's framework stronger by building bones. Clinical evidence suggests that calcium is useful for prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and associated fractures. Vitamin D3 is also essential for healthy bones as it aids in calcium absorption from the Gl tract. In addition to this it stimulates bone formation. Controlled clinical studies show that Calcium and Vitamin D3 have synergistic effects on bone growth as well as in osteoporosis and fracture prevention.