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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Coral Calcium Tablet is used to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels in people who cannot get sufficient calcium from their diets. It contains Elemental Calcium and Elemental Magnesium. Calcium is the primary building block of bones, while magnesium aids in its absorption. This combination keeps your bones thick and your teeth strong, lowering the risk of osteoporosis and cavities. This medication 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).

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Synonym :

CALCIUM+MAGNESIUM

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Premier Nutraceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Coral Calcium Tablet

Coral Calcium 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. 

Coral Calcium Tablet combines two drugs: Elemental Calcium and Elemental Magnesium. Calcium is the building block for bones, and magnesium aids its absorption. This duo keeps your bones dense and teeth strong, reducing the risk of osteoporosis and cavities. Calcium and magnesium work synergistically to benefit overall health, particularly in bone health, muscle function, and nerve transmission.

Take Coral Calcium Tablet as advised by your doctor. You may sometimes experience diarrhoea, nausea, stomach cramps, and constipation. Most of these side effects of Coral Calcium 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 any foods or medicines, inform your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Coral Calcium Tablet . Coral Calcium Tablet should be used with caution in children. If you have high blood calcium or vitamin D levels in your blood, liver, kidney or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Coral Calcium Tablet . Regular tests are recommended while taking Coral Calcium Tablet to monitor calcium levels.

Uses of Coral Calcium Tablet

Prevention and management of calcium deficiency

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water, and do not crush or chew the medicine.

Medicinal Benefits

Coral Calcium Tablet comprises two drugs: Elemental Calcium and Elemental Magnesium. Calcium is the primary building block of bones, while magnesium aids in its absorption. This combination keeps your bones thick and your teeth strong, lowering the risk of osteoporosis and cavities. Coral Calcium Tablet 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).

How Coral Calcium Tablet Works

Coral Calcium Tablet combines two drugs: Elemental Calcium and Elemental Magnesium. Calcium is the building block for bones, and magnesium aids its absorption. This duo keeps your bones dense and teeth strong, reducing the risk of osteoporosis and cavities. Calcium and magnesium work synergistically to benefit overall health, particularly in bone health, muscle function, and nerve transmission.

Storage

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

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Stomach cramps
  • Constipation

What if I have taken an overdose of Coral Calcium Tablet

Do not take more than the suggested dose. Symptoms of an overdose may include Hypercalcaemia, anorexia, thirst, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and abdominal. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience these or think you have taken too much.

Drug Warnings

Before taking the Coral Calcium Tablet , inform your doctor about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consume Coral Calcium Tablet under the supervision of the doctor. No information was available about the use of Coral Calcium Tablet in pediatric patients. Please seek medical attention. Your doctor will only prescribe if the benefits outweigh the risks. Consumption of alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, it is advised to limit/avoid alcohol intake while using Coral Calcium Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Calcium carbonatePatiromer calcium
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Calcium carbonateGefitinib
Severe

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Calcium carbonatePatiromer calcium
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coral Calcium Tablet:
Co-administration of Coral Calcium Tablet may lower the effectiveness of Patiromer calcium in binding potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Coral Calcium Tablet can be taken with Patiromer calcium if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as metabolic alkalosis like nausea, vomiting, tremor, muscle twitching, lightheadedness, numbness or tingling, prolonged muscle spasms, slowed breathing, irregular heartbeat, and confusion. Do not discontinue the medication without a doctor's advice.
Calcium carbonateGefitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coral Calcium Tablet:
Co-administration of Coral Calcium Tablet may interfere with the absorption of Gefitinib and reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Coral Calcium Tablet can be taken with Gefitinib if prescribed by the doctor. However, Gefitinib and Coral Calcium Tablet should not be taken orally at the same time. Maintain a gap of 2-6 hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Calcium carbonateRaltegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coral Calcium Tablet:
Co-administration of Coral Calcium Tablet may interfere with the absorption of Raltegravir and reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Coral Calcium Tablet with Raltegravir should be avoided. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns, the doctor may recommend alternatives that do not interact with raltegravir. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Calcium carbonateKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coral Calcium Tablet:
Co-administration of Coral Calcium Tablet with Ketoconazole may decrease the effects of Ketoconazole.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Coral Calcium Tablet can be taken with Ketoconazole if prescribed by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 2 or more hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Calcium carbonateDolutegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coral Calcium Tablet:
Co-administration of Dolutegravir with Coral Calcium Tablet can reduce the effectiveness of dolutegravir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Coral Calcium Tablet can be taken with dolutegravir if prescribed by the doctor. However, dolutegravir and Coral Calcium Tablet should not be taken orally at the same time. Maintain a gap of 2-6 hours between both medicines. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Calcium carbonateDigoxin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coral Calcium Tablet:
Co-administration of Coral Calcium Tablet and Digoxin may increase the calcium levels may increase the effects of Digoxin

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Coral Calcium Tablet can be taken with Digoxin if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Magnesium hydroxideRaltegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coral Calcium Tablet:
Taking Coral Calcium Tablet with Raltegravir may make the raltegravir less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Coral Calcium Tablet with Raltegravir together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symtopms. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Magnesium hydroxideGefitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coral Calcium Tablet:
Taking gefitinib with Coral Calcium Tablet can reduce the effectiveness of gefitinib

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dolutegravir and Gefitinib together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. In case you experience any unusual side effects, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Magnesium hydroxidePatiromer calcium
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coral Calcium Tablet:
Taking Coral Calcium Tablet and Patiromer calcium may reduce the effectiveness of patiromer calcium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Coral Calcium Tablet and Patiromer calcium together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, lightheadedness, shaking of hands and legs, muscle twitching, numbness or tingling, prolonged muscle spasms, slowed breathing, irregular heartbeat, confusion contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Magnesium hydroxideDolutegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coral Calcium Tablet:
Taking dolutegravir with Coral Calcium Tablet can reduce the effectiveness of dolutegravir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dolutegravir and Coral Calcium Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. In case you experience any unusual side effects, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.

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.

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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 (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

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

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Coral Calcium Tablet is given to pregnant women if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Coral Calcium Tablet is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe

Coral Calcium Tablet usually does not impact your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Coral Calcium Tablet . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and the risks before prescribing it.

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Kidney

Caution

It is advised to seek a doctor's advice before starting Coral Calcium Tablet if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or are undergoing dialysis.

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Children

Consult your doctor

No information was available about the use of Coral Calcium Tablet in pediatric patients. Please seek medical attention.

FAQs

Coral Calcium Tablet is used to prevent and manage calcium deficiency.

Coral Calcium Tablet contains Elemental Calcium and Elemental Magnesium. Elemental Calcium is the main mineral in bones, providing structure and strength. Elemental Magnesium acts as a helper molecule, facilitating several processes crucial for incorporating calcium into bones.

Calcium is vital in muscle contraction, allowing muscles to shorten and generate force. Magnesium acts as a counterpart to calcium, promoting muscle relaxation after contraction. This balanced interaction is essential for smooth and coordinated muscle movements.

Coral Calcium Tablet is not recommended for patients with malabsorption (inefficient absorption of nutrients from the bowel) syndrome. Please consult a doctor before using Coral Calcium Tablet if you have malabsorption syndrome.

• Take the supplement with food. • Start with a low dose and gradually increase it. • Always use as recommended by the healthcare professional.

Coral Calcium Tablet is not recommended for a patient suffering from kidney stones as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, if you have kidney problems or a history of kidney stones, please inform your doctor before taking Coral Calcium Tablet .

• Anyone with pre-existing medical conditions. • Pregnant or breastfeeding women. • People taking medications that may interact with these minerals.

If you are allergic to shellfish, it's best to avoid Coral Calcium Tablet as it contains Calcium derived from ocean coral reefs and can cause allergic reactions such as hives (raised, itchy bumps on the skin), breathing problems and swelling. However consult your doctor, if you have any concerns.

The time taken for Coral Calcium Tablet to show its effect can vary depending on individual body response and health conditions. Therefore, it's important to use Coral Calcium Tablet as advised by your doctor.

It's important to consult your doctor before taking Coral Calcium Tablet along with another calcium supplement. Taking too much calcium can lead to hypercalcemia (high levels of calcium in the body) and other health issues.

If you forget a dose of Coral Calcium Tablet , take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose at the regular time. But do not double the dose to make up missed dose.

It's important to consult your doctor before using Coral Calcium Tablet during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, to avoid potential interactions.

No, you should not chew or crush Coral Calcium Tablet . It should be swallowed whole with water. Crushing or chewing the Coral Calcium Tablet can alter its effectiveness and absorption.

The common side effects of Coral Calcium Tablet are nausea, constipation, stomach cramps, and diarrhoea. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

714 / 715 Midas, Sahar Plaza, Andheri - Kurla Road, Andheri (East) Mumbai - 400059
Other Info - COR0274

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