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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 | 9:31 AM IST

Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It contains Calcitriol, which raises Vitamin D levels and thereby increases calcium levels in the blood. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, mood changes, weakness, tiredness, and headache. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

CALCITRIOL-0.25MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Temwark Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's

Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's belongs to a group of medicines called 'vitamin D metabolites' primarily used to treat low blood calcium levels. Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels). Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's can also be given to pregnant, nursing, and postmenopausal women to ensure that they are getting enough calcium. Additionally, Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's is used to treat hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands) and metabolic bone disease in people with chronic kidney disease, surgery, or other conditions.

Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's contains Calcitriol (Vitamin D3); it is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It is an essential nutrient to maintain bone formation and maintenance. Calcitriol is a synthetic version of Vitamin D3 and treats calcium deficiency with hypoparathyroidism (the parathyroid gland's decreased activity) and metabolic bone diseases in people with chronic kidney failure. It raises Vitamin D levels and thereby increases calcium levels in the blood. This helps in improving the absorption rate of calcium from the intestine.

Take Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to take Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. In some cases, Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's can cause side effects like constipation, stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, mood changes, weakness, tiredness, fast or pounding heartbeat, bone/muscle pain, and headache. Most of these side effects of Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's or its inactive components, please inform your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's may pass into the breast milk. Hence, breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's. Do not take Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food). Inform your doctor if you have any heart/kidney/liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, sarcoidosis (growth of inflammatory cells in different parts of the body), Crohn's disease (inflammatory bowel disease), Whipple's disease (bacterial infection affecting joints and digestive system), achlorhydria (little or no stomach acid), low levels of bile, and phosphate imbalance.

Uses of Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's

Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's is used to treat Osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), Osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), Hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and Latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels).

Medicinal Benefits

Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels). Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's can also be given to pregnant, nursing, and postmenopausal women to ensure that they are getting enough calcium. Additionally, Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's is used to treat hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands) and metabolic bone disease in people with chronic kidney disease, surgery, or other conditions.

Side Effects of Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's

  • Hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels in the blood)
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Feeling sick
  • Being sick
  • Headache and feeling sluggish
  • Drowsy or weak
  • Stomach pain or discomfort
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Rash

Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup, dosing syringe, or dropper.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Before taking Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's, inform your doctor if you are undergoing hemodialysis due to kidney problems and have a stent in the heart. Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's may alter calcium levels, so it is recommended to monitor calcium levels in the blood and urine regularly. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice fever, increased thirst and urination, dehydration, bedwetting, constipation, and stomach pain, as they may sign very high calcium levels in your blood. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's may pass into the breast milk. Hence, breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's. Do not take Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food).

Therapeutic Class

MINERALS

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese, or milk-based custard in your diet.
  • Eat a daily serving of broccoli, cabbage, bok choy, 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

How Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's Works

Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's contains Calcitriol (Vitamin D3); it is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It is an essential nutrient to maintain bone formation and maintenance. Calcitriol is a synthetic version of Vitamin D3 and treats calcium deficiency with hypoparathyroidism (the parathyroid gland's decreased activity) and metabolic bone diseases in people with chronic kidney failure. It raises Vitamin D levels and thereby increases calcium levels in the blood. This helps in improving the absorption rate of calcium from the intestine.
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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Use higher doses of Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's during pregnancy than the daily dietary allowance only when the doctor advises. Calcitriol in higher doses may harm the fetus. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's if you are breastfeeding. Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's can pass into the breast milk. If Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's is used during breastfeeding, please monitor the mother and the infant's serum calcium levels.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's may not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Before taking $ name, let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease. Hepatic impairment/liver disease can alter the metabolic and therapeutic activity of certain Vitamin D forms.

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Kidney

Caution

It is advised to seek a doctor's advice before starting Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or are undergoing dialysis. Calcitriol in Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's increases inorganic phosphate levels in serum; hence, caution should be taken in patients undergoing dialysis to maintain adequate phosphorus levels and avoid ectopic calcification (calcium deposition).

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Children

Caution

Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's should be used cautiously in children and only if prescribed by a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

NO.56 (56), 1st Floor, M.T.H.ROAD, VILLIVAKKAM CHENNAI Chennai TN 600049 IN.
Other Info - TEM0296

Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Rocaltrol 0.25 mcg Capsule 10's

    30.92per tablet
  • Bio-D3 Capsule 10's

    23.94per tablet
  • Laretol Capsule 10's

    13.59per tablet
  • Actived 0.25 mcg Tablet 30's

    9.90per tablet
  • Calcit SG Capsule 10's

    12.20per tablet

FAQs

Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's belongs to a group of medicines called ‘vitamin D metabolites’ primarily used to treat low blood calcium levels. Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels).
Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's contains calcitriol, which works by helping the body absorb more calcium from the diet. This helps to form healthy bones and reduce bone damage.
Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's can cause kidney stones due to excess calcium deposition when used for a prolonged period. Please consult your doctor before taking Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's as a daily supplement if you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones.
Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's is used to increase low calcium levels in the body. Hence, it is not advised to use Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's during hypercalcemia since it causes an overdose of calcium, leading to kidney stones and other effects.
Do not use Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in Temcal Softgel Capsule 10's. It is not recommended in hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), metastatic calcification (extra deposits of calcium in the body), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food).

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