Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2
About Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2
Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 is used to treat nutritional deficiencies. A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Vitamins and minerals are necessary for body development and the prevention of diseases.
Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 is a combination of four drugs: Elemental Calcium, Folic acid, Glycine, and Vitamin D2. Elemental Calcium strengthens bones and reduces weakness. Folic acid is essential for heme (a pigmented, iron-containing portion of haemoglobin in red blood cells) formation. Glycine is an amino acid necessary for the healthy development of muscles, tissues, and skeleton. Vitamin D2 is essential for intestinal phosphorus and calcium absorption. Thereby, Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 improves the overall health of the body.
Take Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience nausea, vomiting, constipation, loss of appetite, or flatulence (gas). Most of these side effects of Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 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 Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 should be used in children only if advised by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2. If you are undergoing dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2. Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medications or herbal products before starting Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2.
Uses of Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2
Medicinal Benefits
Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 contains Elemental Calcium, Folic acid, Glycine, and Vitamin D2. Elemental Calcium strengthens bones and reduces weakness. Folic acid increases the production of healthy red blood cells. Glycine is an amino acid necessary for the healthy development of muscles, tissues, and skeleton. Vitamin D2 is essential for intestinal phosphorus and calcium absorption. Thus, Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 improves the overall health of the body.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2
Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Loss of appetite
Flatulence (gas)
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 should be used in children only if advised by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2. If you are undergoing dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are taking antacids, zinc supplements or any other medicines.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 may interact with anticonvulsants (phenobarbital, primidone, phenytoin), antibiotics (trimethoprim), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (aspirin), antidepressants (duloxetine), thyroid medicine (levothyroxine), water pill (hydrochlorothiazide), high cholesterol-lowering medicine (cholestyramine), iron supplement (ferrous sulphate), anti-inflammatory drug (sulfasalazine), anticancer drug (fluorouracil).
Drug-Food Interaction: Inform your doctor if you are taking zinc supplements or medicines containing zinc.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have cancer, pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12), high calcium or vitamin D levels, electrolyte imbalance, kidney or heart disease, tumour or if you are receiving a stent in the heart or undergoing haemodialysis due to kidney failure, inform your doctor before taking Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid consumption of alcohol with Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 as it may decrease the absorption of Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionElemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 may be excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
safeElemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
cautionTake Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Inform your doctor if you are undergoing dialysis.
Children
cautionElemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 should be used with caution in children if recommended by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.
Limit junk food items from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
Eat cabbage, spinach, broccoli, asparagus, kale, Brussels sprouts, lentils, peas, and beans. Also include beef, yeast extracts, poultry, liver, shellfish, and pork.
Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
Avoid consumption of alcohol.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Nutritional deficiencies: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Vitamins and minerals are necessary for body development and the prevention of diseases. Sometimes, your body is unable to absorb many nutrients even if you are consuming them. Nutrient deficiency can lead to many health problems, such as a weakened immune system, skin problems, digestion problems, defective bone growth, and neurological diseases.
FAQs
Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 is used to treat nutritional deficiencies. It is used for various health benefits, particularly related to bone health, blood cell production, and muscle development.
Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 contains Elemental Calcium, Folic acid, Glycine and Vitamin D2. Elemental Calcium strengthens bones and reduces weakness. Folic acid increases the production of healthy red blood cells. Glycine is an amino acid that is necessary for the healthy development of muscles, tissues and skeleton. Vitamin D2 is essential for intestinal phosphorus and calcium absorption. Thus, Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 improves the overall health of the body.
Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 may cause constipation as a mild and temporary side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
You are not recommended to take Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the levels of Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, if you are supposed to use these medicines together, please consult a doctor so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately to use safely.
Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 should be used with caution and in doses as advised by a doctor in dialysis patients with kidney failure. However, it is advised to inform your doctor if you are undergoing dialysis before taking Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2.
You are advised to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 and antacids containing aluminium and magnesium as they may reduce the absorption of Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2.
Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 may be excreted in human milk. So, it should be taken only if recommended by the doctor
The daily recommended consumption for Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 depends on individual health demands. The usual recommended dosage is one tablet daily for adults or as the doctor advises. Do not take more than the doctor instructs.
It is unsafe to drink alcohol when taking Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2. Avoid drinking alcohol with Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 because it may reduce the absorption of Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2.
Take Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 for as long as your doctor suggests. They will evaluate your specific needs and medical history to establish the optimum duration. Always adhere to their advice.
You can take Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 with other medications only after consulting your doctor. However, there are certain potential interactions to be mindful. This medication may interact with antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline, minocycline), anti-cancer drugs (e.g., estramustine), diuretics (e.g., furosemide), heart-related medications (e.g., digoxin), thyroid hormone replacement therapy (e.g., levothyroxine), and weight-loss medications (e.g. orlistat).
Yes, Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 is a vegetarian supplement. It does not contain animal-derived ingredients; all the sources of Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 are derived from vegetarian sources only, making it suitable for vegetarians.
Do not miss your medication as per instructions. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it's almost time for your next dose. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip it and take your next dose at the regular time. Never take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Some common side effects of Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 may include nausea, vomiting, constipation, loss of appetite, or flatulence (gas). Most of these side effects of Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Yes, You can drive after taking Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2, which usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Elemental Calcium+folic Acid+glycine+vitamin D2 is a combination of four essential components such as Elemental Calcium, Folic acid, Glycine, and Vitamin D2.
