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Xcid 1000mg (Tablet)

Manufactured by: Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Calcium Carbonate Chewable Similar medicine

Xcid is indicated for

  • Heartburn
  • Indigestion
  • Calcium deficiency
  • Hypocalcaemia
  • Hyperphosphatemia
  • Calcium supplement
  • Stomach upset

Precautions and warnings

Hypercalcaemia-related illnesses, renal impairment, hypoparathyroidism disease Because achlorhydria impairs calcium absorption, use a different salt and take with food. When taken in patients with a history of kidney stones, use with caution.

Side-effects

  • Constipation
  • flatulence; hypercalcaemia; metabolic alkalosis; milk-alkali syndrome
  • tissue-calcification. Gastric hypersecretion
  • acid rebound (with prolonged use).

Drug Interactions

Milk-alkali syndrome and hypercalcaemia can occur when thiazide diuretics or Vitamin D are used together. Corticosteroids cause a decrease in absorption. Tetracyclines, atenolol, iron, quinolones, alendronate, Na fluoride, Zn, and calcium-channel blockers are all reduced in absorption. Enhances the effects of digitalis glycosides on the heart and may lead to digitalis intoxication.

Contraindications

Ca renal calculi or a history of renal calculi, hypercalcemia, and hypophosphatemia patients. Digoxin poisoning is suspected in patients.

Mode of actions

Calcium carbonate can quickly and effectively neutralize stomach acid. However, it may negatively activate Ca-dependent pathways, resulting in gastric and hydrochloric acid secretion. It can cause rebound acid secretion, as well as hypercalcemia, alkalosis, and milk-alkali syndrome if taken in large dosages for a long time.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: PO Hyperacidity Per tab contains 500 mg calcium carbonate: Take 1-2 tab as needed, up to a max of 16 tab/day. May suck or chew tablets.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Although animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, but during pregnancy, this medicine can be used just when definitely required despite potential risks.

Mothers with a newborn baby who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may seldom create symptoms including drowsiness, muscle stiffness or shakiness, feeding or breathing troubles, constant crying. If you notice any of these symptoms of your baby's particularly during their first month, tell the doctor immediately.

This medicine passes into breast milk. Talk to your doctor before breastfeeding.

Pack Size & Price

50's pack Price : ৳100.5

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