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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Dovcal-3c Tablet is a combination medicine primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies, low calcium levels (hypocalcaemia), osteoporosis, fractured bones, and joint pain. This medicine works by increasing the calcium and vitamin D levels in the body, thus providing essential nutrients necessary for bone formation and maintenance. Common side effects include headache, intestinal gas or belching, dry mouth, and diarrhoea.
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Composition :

CALCIUM ASPARTATE + CALCIUM CITRATE + CALCIUM OROTATE + VITAMIN D3

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Dovcal-3c Tablet

Dovcal-3c Tablet belongs to the class of nutritional supplements used to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels in people who cannot get sufficient calcium from their diets. Dovcal-3c Tablet effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones) and hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels).

Dovcal-3c Tablet contains Calcium citrate, calcium aspartate, calcium orotate, and vitamin D3. Calcium supplements are used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. They provide essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Vitamin D3 helps the body to absorb calcium.  Thereby, it increases calcium levels in the blood and helps to build and maintain strong bones.

Take Dovcal-3c Tablet as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience nausea, headache, vomiting, constipation or dry mouth. The side effects of Dovcal-3c Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Dovcal-3c Tablet , vitamin D products or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Dovcal-3c Tablet . Dovcal-3c Tablet should be used with caution in children. If you have high levels of calcium or vitamin D in blood, liver, kidney or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Dovcal-3c Tablet . Regular tests are recommended while taking Dovcal-3c Tablet to monitor calcium levels.

Uses of Dovcal-3c Tablet

Prevention and treatment of calcium deficiency

Directions for Use

Take Dovcal-3c Tablet as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Dovcal-3c Tablet contains Calcium citrate, calcium aspartate, calcium orotate and vitamin D3. Calcium citrate is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency by maintaining calcium levels in the blood. Calcium aspartate promotes strong bones and teeth. It delays the decaying of bones associated with osteoporosis and fibromyalgia (widespread muscle pain and tenderness). Calcium orotate works by decreasing parathyroid gland activity and certain muscle diseases. It ensures calcium delivery in bones and cartilage tissues. Vitamin D3 helps the body to absorb calcium.  Thereby, it increases calcium levels in the blood and helps to build and maintain strong bones.

How Dovcal-3c Tablet Works

Dovcal-3c Tablet contains Calcium citrate, calcium aspartate, calcium orotate, and vitamin D3. Calcium supplements are used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. They provide essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Vitamin D3 helps the body to absorb calcium.  Thereby, it increases calcium levels in the blood and helps to build and maintain strong bones.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Dovcal-3c Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Dry mouth 

What if I have taken an overdose of Dovcal-3c Tablet

Never take more than the suggested dose. If you experience any undesirable effects or suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Dovcal-3c Tablet , seek immediate medical help.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Dovcal-3c Tablet , vitamin D products or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Dovcal-3c Tablet . Dovcal-3c Tablet should be used with caution in children. If you have high levels of calcium or vitamin D in blood, liver, kidney or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Dovcal-3c Tablet . Regular tests are recommended while taking Dovcal-3c Tablet to monitor calcium levels.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese, or milk-based custard in your diet.
  • Eat daily a serving of broccoli, cabbage, bok choy (Chinese white cabbage), spinach, and other green leafy vegetables.
  • Snack on calcium-rich nuts like Brazil nuts or almonds.
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds over your food, vegetables, and salads. Sesame seeds are high in calcium.
  • Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks, and alcohol that inhibit calcium absorption.
  • Replace the meat with tofu or tempeh for extra calcium in your food.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT
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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of alcohol with Dovcal-3c Tablet is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Dovcal-3c Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Dovcal-3c Tablet is given to pregnant women if doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Dovcal-3c Tablet is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Not applicable

Dovcal-3c Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Dovcal-3c Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Dovcal-3c Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Dovcal-3c Tablet should be used in children only if recommended by a doctor.

FAQs

Dovcal-3c Tablet belongs to the class of nutritional supplements used to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels in people who cannot get sufficient calcium from their diets.
Dovcal-3c Tablet contains Calcium supplements and vitamin D3. Calcium supplements are used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. They provide essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Vitamin D3 helps the body to absorb calcium and phosphorous. Thereby, increases calcium levels in the blood and helps to build and maintain strong bones.
You are not recommended to take Dovcal-3c Tablet if you have hypervitaminosis D (high levels of vitamin D in blood) as it may worsen the condition. However, please consult a doctor before using Dovcal-3c Tablet .
Dovcal-3c Tablet may be safe for elderly patients if used in doses as advised by a doctor. Dovcal-3c Tablet helps to keep bones strong and healthy.
You are not recommended to take Dovcal-3c Tablet with levothyroxine as co-administration of these two medicines at the same time may reduce the effectiveness of levothyroxine. However, if you are supposed to take both the medicines, you are advised to maintain a time gap of minimum 4 hours between taking Dovcal-3c Tablet and levothyroxine.
Dovcal-3c Tablet is not recommended for a patient suffering from kidney stones as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, if you have any kidney problems or have a history of kidney stones, please inform your doctor before taking Dovcal-3c Tablet .
Dovcal-3c Tablet should be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding if advised by the doctor. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The doctor will prescribe Dovcal-3c Tablet if the benefits outweigh the risks.
It is not recommended to consume alcohol while taking Dovcal-3c Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects. Consult your doctor if you have concerns regarding it.
Before taking any other medications along with Dovcal-3c Tablet consult your doctor. Let the doctor know if you are taking antibiotics, drugs used to treat bone loss, anti-cancer drugs, thyroid drugs, and weight-loss drugs.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's close to the next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Consult your doctor if you are unsure.
The common side effects of Dovcal-3c Tablet may include nausea, headache, vomiting, constipation or dry mouth. Most of these side effects of Dovcal-3c Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

281-B , Vardhaman Grand Plaza , Mangalam Place Rohini New Delhi - 110085, India
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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

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Reviewed By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jan 1, 2025 | 2:46 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-59689/calcium-orotate-oral/details
  2. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-63565/calcium-citrate-malate-vitamin-d3-oral/details
  3. https://alainapharma.com/Calcium%20Citrate,%20Calcium%20Aspartate,%20Calcium%20Orotate%20&%20vitamin%20D3%20Tablets.html
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