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Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm used to prevent/treat vitamin D deficiency. It contains Cholecalciferol, which increases vitamin D levels in the body. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, constipation, and increased calcium levels in blood and urine. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm
Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm is used to treat Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones) and 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.
Licaltrol Sachets 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 Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm as advised. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. Licaltrol Sachets 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 Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm passes into the breast milk. Hence, breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm. Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm is safe to use in children when recommended by the paediatrician. Licaltrol Sachets 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 Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm
Directions for Use
Check the label for directions before use. Mix the granules in water, stir well and drink immediately.
Medicinal Benefits
Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm is used to treat low blood calcium levels. It effectively treats various conditions in the body, like Vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis, and rickets or osteomalacia. Licaltrol Sachets 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. Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm may 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).
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Tell your physician if you are allergic to Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm. Higher doses of Vitamin D than the recommended daily dose should be used in pregnant women only when advised by the doctor. Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm passes into the breast milk. Hence, breastfeeding mothers need to seek medical advice before starting Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm. Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm is safe to use in children when advised by the doctor. Licaltrol Sachets 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).
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Alcohol
Caution
Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm.
Pregnancy
Caution
Use higher doses of Licaltrol Sachets 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 Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Consult your physician before taking Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm if you are breastfeeding. Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm can pass into the breast milk. If Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm is used during breastfeeding, please monitor the mother and the infant's serum calcium levels.
Driving
Caution
Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness while using Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm. Please consult your doctor if you experience any dizziness.
Liver
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Before taking Licaltrol Sachets 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.
Kidney
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It is advised to seek physician advice before starting Licaltrol Sachets 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).
Children
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The physician will suggest the dosage of Licaltrol Sachets 1 gm based on the child's age and weight.
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