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Graftcal 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 :

Brain and Health Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Graftcal Tablet

Graftcal Tablet belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements', primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. Graftcal 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).

Graftcal 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. Graftcal 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 Graftcal 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 Graftcal Tablet . Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Graftcal 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 Graftcal 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

Graftcal 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. 

Side Effects of Graftcal Tablet

  • Constipation

  • Stomach upset
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components of Graftcal 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 Graftcal Tablet . Please consult your doctor before taking Graftcal Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; therefore, it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Graftcal Tablet . Children should be given this supplement only when advised by the doctor. 

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CEFTRIAXONE
  • PENICILLAMINE
  • DIGOXIN
  • DOLUTEGRAVIR
  • LEVOTHYROXINE
  • CISPLATIN
  • GABAPENTIN
  • LEVODOPA
  • VERAPAMIL

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

What if I have taken an overdose of Graftcal Tablet

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

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

109,1st Floor Shokeen Plaza, Plot No.3 Pocket 7, Sector 12, Dwarka, Delhi-110078
Other Info - GRA0281

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