Calci-Aid Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info Contents Description Indications/Uses Dosage/Direction for Use Overdosage Contraindications Special Precautions Adverse Reactions Drug Interactions Storage MIMS Class ATC Classification Regulatory Classification Presentation/Packing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Ca carbonate

Indications/Uses

Prevent & treat osteoporosis, Ca malabsorption & deficiency conditions. Inadequate Ca intake can lead to osteoporosis, a disease where bones became fragile & brittle. Stooped posture & height reduction can result. Taken daily, it supplements the Ca already absorbed through the daily diet.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

1-2 softgel cap daily or as directed by physician.

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Overdosage

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Administration

Should be taken with food.

Contraindications

Hypercalcemia (eg, associated w/ sarcoidosis, hyperparathyroidism, hypervitaminosis D, certain cancers).

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Special Precautions

In large doses, monitor serum Ca conc & kidney function should be determined wkly or at 1st sign of hypercalcemia.

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Adverse Reactions

Constipation, flatulence. MI. Urolithiasis.

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Drug Interactions

May enhance the cardiac effects of digitalis glycosides w/ Ca salts. May interfere w/ the absorption of tetracycline when given concomitantly.

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Storage

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Description

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MIMS Class

Calcium/with Vitamins

ATC Classification

A12AA04 - calcium carbonate ; Belongs to the class of calcium-containing preparations. Used as dietary supplements.

Regulatory Classification

Non-Rx

Presentation/Packing

Form

Calci-Aid cap 500 mg

Packing/Price

100's;30's;50's

Calci-Aid

calcium carbonate

Manufacturer:

Bayer

Distributor:

Zuellig