ALFACALCIDOL & CALCIUM CARBONATE TABLETS | P-SHELL

Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate Tablets – The medication belongs to the class of nutritional supplements. The tablets are primarily used to treat low calcium levels, phosphate levels, and other nutritional deficiencies. The medication also helps treat the deficiency of Vitamin D, hyperparathyroidism, renal osteodystrophy, rickets or osteomalacia, and hypoparathyroidism. Alfacalcidol 0.25 Mg & Calcium Carbonate 625 Mg tablets help maintain the calcium levels in the body for those who can’t get a sufficient amount of calcium from their diet. It plays a key role in calcium balance and bone metabolism. The dosage and the duration of the medication will be prescribed by your doctor. Take the medication as per the doctor’s recommendation.

How do Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate Tablets work?

Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate medicine is an amalgamation of two drugs called Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate. Alfacalcidol being a Vitamin D analogue gets activated in the body by liver enzymes. Then it converts into an active form of vitamin D3 called calcitriol. The process further helps in strengthening the bones and regulating the other functions of the body. It helps raises the vitamin D levels which results in an increase in the calcium levels in the blood. Whereas, Calcium carbonate is a mineral. This mineral is used to treat and prevent calcium deficiency in the body. It further helps in providing the essential nutrients to the body to maintain bone formation.

Uses of Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate Tablet

• The medication helps treat low calcium levels, phosphate levels, and other nutritional deficiencies.
• It also helps treats the deficiency of Vitamin D, hyperparathyroidism, renal osteodystrophy, rickets or osteomalacia, and hypoparathyroidism.
• Alfacalcidol 0.25 Mg & Calcium Carbonate 625 Mg medication helps maintain the calcium levels in the body.
• It plays a key role in calcium balance and bone metabolism.
• The medication further helps in providing the essential nutrients to the body to maintain bone formation.
• The tablets help in strengthening the bones and regulating other body functions.
• Increase the calcium and phosphate levels in the blood which are essential for healthy teeth and bones.

Side Effects of Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate Tablets

Consumption of Alfacalcidol 0.25 Mg & Calcium Carbonate 625 Mg medicine may lead to some side effects. The side effects can be minor and may resolve after some time. But consult to doctor if the after-effects of the Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate tablets start worsening. Some of the side effects that may occur are:

1. Itching
2. Abdominal Pain
3. Rash
4. Upset Stomach
5. Constipation
6. Headache
7. Drowsiness
8. Nausea
9. Vomiting

Precautions for Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate tablets

There are some precautions to take before taking the Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate medicine to avoid any side effects. Some of them are:

• Do not take the medication if you have a condition of hypercalcemia and calcification.
• Tell your doctor about any of the allergies you may have to Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate tablets or any of its ingredients.
• Inform your doctor if you have any medical history of kidney disease, liver disease, or high calcium.
•  Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate tablets can cause some serious allergic reactions. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience serious skin rash or face swelling.
• Seek medical advice if you experience trouble breathing after taking the medicine.
• In case of pregnancy and breastfeeding, take the medicine only after consulting the doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What are the directions to take Alfacalcidol 0.25 Mg & Calcium Carbonate 625 Mg tablets?

The directions to take the medicine will be prescribed to you by the doctor. Other than that, take the medicine with or without food as advised. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water without chewing or breaking it.

2. What happens if you missed a dose of Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate tablets?

In case you missed a dose of the medication, take it the minute you remember. However, do not take a double dose of tablets to make up for the missed one. Skip the dose if it’s time for your next dose. Try to maintain a regular dosing schedule of the Alfacalcidol & Calcium Carbonate medicine.