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Calcidura Tablet is a combination medicine primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies, low calcium levels (hypocalcaemia), Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia (Rickets), and Vitamin D deficiency. This medicine works by increasing the calcium and vitamin D levels in the body and regulates bodily functions, thus providing essential nutrients necessary for bone formation and maintenance. Common side effects include constipation, nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Edura Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Calcidura Tablet

Calcidura Tablet belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements', primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. Calcidura Tablet effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels (hypocalcaemia) in the body, like Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), and rickets or osteomalacia (softening or deforming of bones due to lack of calcium).

Calcidura Tablet consists of Calcium citrate, Elemental Magnesium, Elemental Zinc, and Vitamin D3. Calcium citrate is a mineral used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients required for bone formation and maintenance. Elemental Magnesium is a mineral that helps in the normal functioning of muscles and nerves and maintains bone mineral density. Elemental Zinc is a mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues. Vitamin D3 helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and the mineralization of bone. 

Your doctor will decide the dosage and duration based on your medical condition. Calcidura Tablet is likely safe to use. In some cases, it may cause common side effects like constipation, nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult a doctor.

If you are allergic to any of the components of Calcidura Tablet , please inform your doctor. Please inform your doctor if you have hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), heart/liver/blood vessel diseases, and kidney stones before starting Calcidura Tablet . Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Calcidura Tablet . It is advised to limit alcohol consumption since it may affect calcium absorption. This supplement should be used in children only when suggested by the doctor. 

Uses of Calcidura Tablet

Management and treatment of Nutritional deficiencies, such as low calcium levels (hypocalcaemia), Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia (Rickets), and Vitamin D deficiency.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Calcidura Tablet is used to treat nutritional deficiencies. It consists of Calcium citrate, Elemental Magnesium, Elemental Zinc, and Vitamin D3/Cholecalciferol. Elemental Calcium is a mineral used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients necessary for bone formation and maintenance. Elemental Magnesium helps in the normal functioning of muscles and nerves. It also increases bone mineral density and maintains joint and bone health. Elemental Zinc is a mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues. Vitamin D3 helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone. It is used to treat and prevent bone disorders, such as rickets and osteomalacia. It also aids in calcium absorption enabling bone growth and repair. It further prevents cartilage degeneration. 

How Calcidura Tablet Works

Calcidura Tablet consists of Calcium citrate, Elemental Magnesium, Elemental Zinc, and Vitamin D3. Calcium citrate is a mineral used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency. It provides essential nutrients required for bone formation and maintenance. Elemental Magnesium is a mineral that helps in the normal functioning of muscles and nerves and maintains bone mineral density. Elemental Zinc is a mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues. Vitamin D3 helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and the mineralization of bone.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
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Side Effects of Calcidura Tablet

  • Constipation

  • Stomach upset
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

What if I have taken an overdose of Calcidura Tablet

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components of Calcidura Tablet . Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart/liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, achlorhydria (little or no stomach acid), low levels of bile, and phosphate imbalance before starting Calcidura Tablet . Please consult your doctor before taking Calcidura Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; therefore, it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Calcidura Tablet . Children should be given this supplement only when advised by the doctor. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Calcium citrateDihydroxialumini sodium carbonate
Severe
Calcium citrateAluminium hydroxide
Severe

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Calcium citrateDihydroxialumini sodium carbonate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Calcidura Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Calcidura Tablet 15's with Dihydroxyaluminum sodium carbonate may increase the effects of Dihydroxyaluminum sodium carbonate, which could result in too high aluminum blood levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Calcidura Tablet 15's can be used with Dihydroxyaluminum sodium carbonate if prescribed by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Calcium citrateAluminium hydroxide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Calcidura Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Calcidura Tablet 15's with Aluminum hydroxide may increase the effects of aluminum hydroxide, which could result in too high aluminum blood levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Calcidura Tablet 15's can be used with aluminum hydroxide if prescribed by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue the medication without a doctor's advice.
Calcium citrateDolutegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Calcidura Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Dolutegravir with Calcidura Tablet 15's can reduce the effectiveness of dolutegravir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Calcidura Tablet 15's can be used with Dolutegravir if prescribed by the doctor. However, take dolutegravir at least two hours before or six hours after Calcidura Tablet 15's. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolSucralfate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Calcidura Tablet 15's:
Taking Cholecalciferol together with Sucralfate may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Cholecalciferol and Sucralfate, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolDihydrotachysterol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Calcidura Tablet 15's:
Cholecalciferol and dihydrotachysterol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Calcidura Tablet 15's and dihydrotachysterol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolCalcitriol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Calcidura Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Cholecalciferol and Calcitriol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Calcidura Tablet 15's and calcitriol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolErgocalciferol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Calcidura Tablet 15's:
The combined use of cholecalciferol and ergocalciferol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Calcidura Tablet 15's and ergocalciferol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolAluminium hydroxide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Calcidura Tablet 15's:
The combined use of aluminum hydroxide with Calcidura Tablet 15's may increase the risk of toxicity.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Calcidura Tablet 15's with Aluminium hydroxide can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like bone pain, muscle weakness, anemia, seizures, or dementia, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ColecalciferolParicalcitol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Calcidura Tablet 15's:
The combined use of cholecalciferol and paricalcitol are forms of vitamin D, and taking too much vitamin D may lead to toxic effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Calcidura Tablet 15's and paricalcitol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ColecalciferolCalcifediol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Calcidura Tablet 15's:
The combined use of calcifediol with cholecalciferol can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Calcidura Tablet 15's and calcifediol, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - irregular heartbeat, seizures, weakness, tiredness, headache, dizziness, ringing in the ears, loss of appetite, feeling sick, dry mouth, strange taste in your mouth, muscle or bone pain, thirst, losing weight, eye infection, sensitivity to light, runny nose or itching - contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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CALCIUM CITRATE-1000MG+ELEMENTAL MAGNESIUM-100MG+ELEMENTAL ZINC-4MG+VITAMIN D3-200IUFiber rich foods

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CALCIUM CITRATE-1000MG+ELEMENTAL MAGNESIUM-100MG+ELEMENTAL ZINC-4MG+VITAMIN D3-200IUFiber rich foods
Common Foods to Avoid:
Spinach

How to manage the interaction:
Taking calcium with food may improve absorption. Foods strong in oxalic acid (spinach or rhubarb) or phytic acid (bran and whole grains) may, however, inhibit calcium absorption. Calcium supplements can be taken with food to improve absorption. Consider taking calcium at least 2 hours before or after eating meals high in oxalic or phytic acid.

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, spinach and other green leafy vegetables.

  • Include the best dietary sources of vitamin D, such as fish liver oils and vitamin D–fortified milk.

  • 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 as they may inhibit calcium absorption.

  • Replace the meat with tofu or tempeh for extra calcium in your food.

Habit Forming

No

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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence it is advised to limit/avoid the alcohol intake while using Calcidura Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Calcidura Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Calcidura Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Calcidura Tablet .

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Driving

Safe

Calcidura Tablet usually does not interfere with your driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Calcidura Tablet .

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Kidney

Caution

You should seek a doctor's advice before starting Calcidura Tablet if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or undergoing dialysis. Caution should be taken in patients undergoing dialysis.

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Children

Caution

The doctor will advise the dosage of Calcidura Tablet based on the child's age and weight.

FAQs

Calcidura Tablet belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements', primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. Calcidura Tablet effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels (hypocalcaemia) in the body, like Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), and rickets or osteomalacia (softening or deforming of bones due to lack of calcium).
Calcidura Tablet is a dietary supplement that treats nutritional deficiencies. It consists of Calcium citrate, Elemental Magnesium, Vitamin D3, and Elemental Zinc. It works by replenishing low calcium, magnesium, and zinc levels, maintaining bone density, and promoting calcium transport from the bloodstream into the bone.
Calcidura Tablet is used to increase low levels of calcium in the body. Hence it is not advised to use Calcidura Tablet if you have hypercalcaemia since it causes an overdose of calcium leading to kidney stones and other effects.
Zinc may decrease the absorption of antibiotics, thereby reducing their effectiveness. It is advised to maintain at least an hour gap between Calcidura Tablet and antibiotics.
Antacids may increase the absorption of Calcium from Calcidura Tablet . Hence, taking Calcidura Tablet two hours before or four hours after taking antacids is advised.
Milk, paneer, cheese, curd and other dairy products, chinese cabbage, broccoli, kale and milk products. Nuts, beans and certain types of seafood (such as lobster and crab), whole grains, etc., are good sources of zinc.
Yes, Calcidura Tablet is a health supplement and taking too much of it can be harmful. An overdose can cause stomach discomfort and increase levels of vitamin D3, calcium, zinc and magnesium, in your body. If you think you have taken too much of Calcidura Tablet , seek medical help immediately.
Although using sunscreen, aging and skin pigmentation can all have an impact on vitamin D production, sun exposure does help this process. As a result, additional vitamin D may be needed.
Achieving ideal vitamin D levels differs based on the individual and may take from few weeks to months. Regular blood tests can confirm your improvement.
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Calcidura Tablet , do not take it. Consult your doctor for other options.
Vitamin D helps absorb and utilise calcium and phosphorus, which are essential for healthy bones and teeth.
The side effects of Calcidura Tablet include nausea, vomiting, constipation and increased urination or thirst. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
You are recommended to consult your doctor before other medications while using Calcidura Tablet to avoid drug interactions.
Store Calcidura Tablet at room temperature. Protect from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it out of reach of children.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

A-50, First Floor, Nahar Pur, New Delhi, INDIA
Other Info - CAL1036

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