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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
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Last Updated Nov 10, 2024 | 7:16 PM IST
Calcidef Tablet is a nutritional supplement used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies. This combination of medicines helps strengthen bones and reduces weakness, is used in heme formation, and development of muscles, tissues, and skeleton, and is essential for intestinal phosphorus and calcium absorption. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, constipation, loss of appetite, or flatulence (gas)
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Calcidef Tablet

Calcidef Tablet is used to treat nutritional deficiencies. A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Vitamins and minerals are necessary for body development and the prevention of diseases.

Calcidef Tablet is a combination of four drugs: Elemental Calcium, Folic acid, Glycine, and Vitamin D2. Elemental Calcium strengthens bones and reduces weakness. Folic acid is essential for heme (a pigmented, iron-containing portion of haemoglobin in red blood cells) formation. Glycine is an amino acid necessary for the healthy development of muscles, tissues, and skeleton. Vitamin D2 is essential for intestinal phosphorus and calcium absorption. Thereby, Calcidef Tablet improves the overall health of the body.

Take Calcidef Tablet as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience nausea, vomiting, constipation, loss of appetite, or flatulence (gas). Most of these side effects of Calcidef 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 Calcidef Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Calcidef Tablet should be used in children only if advised by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Calcidef Tablet . If you are undergoing dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Calcidef Tablet . Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medications or herbal products before starting Calcidef Tablet .

Uses of Calcidef Tablet

Management and treatment of Nutritional deficiencies

Directions for Use

Take Calcidef Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Calcidef Tablet contains Elemental Calcium, Folic acid, Glycine, and Vitamin D2. Elemental Calcium strengthens bones and reduces weakness. Folic acid increases the production of healthy red blood cells. Glycine is an amino acid necessary for the healthy development of muscles, tissues, and skeleton. Vitamin D2 is essential for intestinal phosphorus and calcium absorption. Thus, Calcidef Tablet improves the overall health of the body.

Side Effects of Calcidef Tablet

  • Nausea

  • Vomiting

  • Constipation

  • Loss of appetite

  • Flatulence (gas)

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Calcidef Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Calcidef Tablet should be used in children only if advised by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Calcidef Tablet . If you are undergoing dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Calcidef Tablet . You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are taking antacids, zinc supplements or any other medicines.

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Folic acidCapecitabine
Severe
Folic acidSulfadiazine
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PRIMIDONE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • TRIMETHOPRIM
  • ASPIRIN
  • DULOXETINE
  • LEVOTHYROXINE
  • HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • FERROUS SULPHATE
  • SULFASALAZINE
  • FLUOROURACIL

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.

  • Limit junk food items from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.

  • Eat cabbage, spinach, broccoli, asparagus, kale, Brussels sprouts, lentils, peas, and beans. Also include beef, yeast extracts, poultry, liver, shellfish, and pork.

  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Calcidef Tablet

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. Seek medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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