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Acical M (Tablet)

Manufactured by: ACI Limited

Calcium + Vitamin D + Minerals Similar medicine

Acical M is indicated for

  • Osteoporosis
  • Calcium deficiency
  • Post-menopausal osteoporosis
  • Rickets
  • Osteocalcaemia
  • Mineral supplement

Precautions and warnings

Patients with mild to severe renal failure or mild hypercalciuria need to be closely monitored. Patients with mild to moderate renal failure or mild hypercalciuria should have their plasma calcium levels and urinary calcium excretion checked on a regular basis.

Calcium excretion in the urine should also be measured. Urinary calcium excretion should be assessed in patients with a history of renal stones to rule out hypercalciuria. Long-term medication should be monitored for serum and urine calcium levels, as well as kidney function, and treatment should be reduced or stopped if urinary calcium reaches 7.5mmol/24 hours.

Side-effects

  • Mild
  • transient effects of gastrointestinal disturbances
  • like constipation
  • flatulence
  • nausea
  • diarrhoea may be seen in some individuals. Following administration of vitamin D supplements may cause skin rash in some rare cases. Hypercalciuria have been seen with long term use at high dosage.

Drug Interactions

When used simultaneously, they may have an effect on tetracycline absorption. Calcium absorption may be reduced if systemic corticosteroids are taken at the same time. Calcium excretion in the urine may be reduced by thiazide diuretics. Vitamin D absorption through the GI tract may be reduced when combined with ion-exchange resins. During calcium and vitamin D medication, hypercalcemia can exacerbate the toxicity of cardiac glycosides, therefore keep an eye on your ECG and blood calcium levels. At least 3 hours before calcium-containing preparations, bisphosphonate or sodium fluoride should be given.

Contraindications

Any of the substances can cause hypersensitivity. Patients with mild to moderate renal failure or mild hypercalciuria should have their plasma calcium levels and urinary calcium excretion checked on a regular basis.

Mode of actions

Calcium gluconate/lactate is a compound that is used to prevent or cure calcium deficiency. It also aids in the performance of nerves and muscles, as well as regular cardiac function. Essential for neurotransmission, muscular contraction, and many signal transduction pathways, the bone mineral component that acts as a cofactor in enzymatic processes.

Vitamin D is also necessary for strong bones because it helps calcium absorption from the gastrointestinal tract. Furthermore, it promotes the production of bones. Calcium and Vitamin D have been shown in clinical research to have a synergistic effect on bone development, osteoporosis, and fracture prevention.

Dosage & Administration

Adults and Elderly and children above 12 years of age: 2 tablets per day, preferably one tablet each morning and evening.

Children: Not recommended for children under 12 years.

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

30's pack Price : ৳150.6

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