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Synonym

VITAMIN D3

Manufacturer/Marketer

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

About Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm

Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm belongs to the class of 'Vitamins', primarily used to treat low blood calcium levels. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm effectively treats various conditions in the body like Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), hypoparathyroidism (parathyroid glands make low levels of calcium in the body), latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels) and rickets or osteomalacia (softening or deforming of bones due to lack of calcium). Vitamin D deficiency occurs when your body has low Vitamin D levels and is caused by inadequate nutrition, intestinal malabsorption, or lack of sunlight exposure.

Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm contains Cholecalciferol, a form of vitamin D. It promotes the absorption of calcium, phosphates, and Vitamin A from different organs and helps maintain overall health.

Take Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm as advised. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm is likely safe to consume. In some cases, it may cause side effects like constipation, increased blood calcium levels, increased calcium levels in urine, vomiting, and nausea. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist, please consult your physician immediately.

Tell your physician if you are allergic to Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm passes into the breast milk. Hence, breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm is safe to use in children when recommended by the paediatrician. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm should be used with caution in hypercalcemia, renal impairment, heart diseases, kidney stones and hypervitaminosis D (having too much vitamin D).

Uses of Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm

Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm is used to treat Osteoporosis, Osteomalacia (Rickets), Vitamin D deficiency, Hypoparathyroidism and Latent tetany.

Medicinal Benefits

Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It effectively treats various conditions in the body like Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, hypoparathyroidism, latent tetany and rickets or osteomalacia. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm contains Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3). Cholecalciferol is a steroid hormone produced in the skin when exposed to ultraviolet light or obtained from food sources. It is a provitamin that is converted into a vitamin after intake. It helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm is also used in treating familial hypophosphatemia (a group of rare inherited disorders characterized by impaired kidney conservation of phosphate and, in some cases, altered vitamin D metabolism).

Side Effects of Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm

  • Constipation
  • Increased blood calcium levels
  • Increased calcium levels in urine
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Chest pain
  • feeling short of breath

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule/Extended-release tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by the physician. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Chewable tablet: Chew the tablet completely and swallow. Do not swallow it as a whole.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack.Oral drops: Shake the bottle well before use. Give the suggested dose to your child by mouth using dropper provided by the pack.Granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the granules in water, stir well and drink immediately.Orally disintegrating strip: Place one strip on the top of your tongue and allow it to disintegrate. Swallow the dissolved medicine. Do not swallow or chew the strip. Avoid handling the strip with wet hands.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Tell your physician if you are allergic to Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm passes into the breast milk. Hence, breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm is safe to use in children when advised by the doctor. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm should be used with caution in hypercalcemia, hyperparathyroidism, renal impairment, electrolyte imbalance, heart diseases, kidney stones and hypervitaminosis D (having too much vitamin D).

Therapeutic Class

VITAMIN D ANALOGS

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm may interact with drugs treating high cholesterol levels (cholestyramine), anti-epileptic (carbamazepine, phenobarbital), antibiotics (doxycycline, neomycin, and chloramphenicol), drugs treating bone loss (alendronate), thyroid hormone (levothyroxine), diuretics (hydrochlorothiazide) and heart-related medicines (digoxin).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks and alcohol that inhibit calcium absorption.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm is contraindicated in hypercalcemia, hyperparathyroidism, hypervitaminosis D, malabsorption syndrome, Vitamin D toxicity, heart/kidney/liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, diabetes and phenylketonuria.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • DOXYCYCLINE
  • NEOMYCIN
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • ALENDRONATE SODIUM
  • LEVOTHYROXINE
  • HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • DIGOXIN

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese or milk-based custard in your diet.
  • Eat a serving of broccoli, cabbage, spinach, and other green leafy vegetables daily.
  • 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 that inhibit calcium absorption.
  • Replace the meat with tofu or tempeh for extra calcium in your food.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm

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

Special Advise

  • Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm may interfere with cholesterol tests; hence, please inform your physician and laboratory staff that you are taking Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm before undergoing blood tests.
  • Clinical monitoring of serum electrolyte concentrations and cardiac function is recommended.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Vitamin D deficiency: When a person cannot get enough Vitamin D through food and exposure to sunlight, it leads to vitamin D deficiency. It often leads to thin, brittle, or misshapen bones. 

Osteoporosis: It is a bone disease that weakens and brittle bones by decreasing bone density. 

Tetany: A disease condition due to low levels of calcium (hypocalcemia) in the body that causes cramps and spasms in the hands, feet, and larynx (voice box). 

Osteomalacia/Rickets: A disease caused by softening and weakening bones in children due to inadequate vitamin D. 

Hypoparathyroidism: It is a disease characterized by low parathyroid hormone levels. This can cause low calcium levels and trigger tetany (muscle cramps, spasms, or tremors).

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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Use higher doses of Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm during pregnancy than the daily dietary allowance only when the doctor advises. Your physician will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your physician before taking Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm if you are breastfeeding. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm can pass into the breast milk. If Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm is used during breastfeeding, please monitor the mother and the infant's serum calcium levels.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness while using Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm. Please consult your doctor if you experience any dizziness.

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Liver

Caution

Before taking Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm, let your physician know if you have any history of liver disease. Hepatic impairment/liver disease can alter certain Vitamin D forms' metabolic and therapeutic activity.

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Kidney

Caution

It is advised to seek physician advice before starting Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or undergoing dialysis. Caution should be taken in dialysis patients to maintain adequate phosphorus levels and avoid ectopic calcification (calcium deposition).

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Children

Caution

The physician will suggest the dosage of Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm based on the child's age and weight.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
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FAQs

Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm is used to treat low blood calcium levels. Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm effectively treats various conditions in the body, such as Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), hypoparathyroidism (parathyroid glands make low levels of calcium in the body), latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels), and rickets or osteomalacia (softening or deforming of bones due to a lack of calcium).
Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm contains Cholecalciferol, a form of vitamin D. Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) is a supplement that promotes the absorption of calcium, phosphates and Vitamin A from different organs and helps maintain overall health.
Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm may cause common side effects like constipation, increased blood calcium levels, increased calcium levels in urine, vomiting, and nausea. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist, please consult your doctor immediately.
Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm should be used with caution in conditions like hypercalcemia, liver problems, kidney problems, heart problems, hypervitaminosis, kidney stones, phenylketonuria and diabetes.
Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm is used to increase low calcium levels in the body. Hence, it is not advised to use Calcitas-D3 Granules 1 gm during hypercalcemia since it causes an overdose of calcium, leading to kidney stones and other effects.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.

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