Calcitriol/ Cholecalciferol + Calcium carbonate

Dosage Forms Available

• Calcitriol/ Cholecalciferol + Calcium Carbonate is available in oral forms for use. These include chewable tablets, effervescent tablets, regular tablets, and capsules.
• It is also available as an oral liquid suspension, as well as powder packets that can be mixed with water or juice before being taken.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• Calcitriol/ Cholecalciferol + Calcium Carbonate is meant to be taken by adults and children who are older than 12 years.

Contraindications

• Calcitriol/ Cholecalciferol + Calcium Carbonate should not be used by individuals who have known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the medication.
• It is also contraindicated in individuals with severe kidney impairment, hypercalcemia (excess calcium in the blood), and hypervitaminosis D (excess vitamin D).

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with anticonvulsants (such as phenytoin, phenobarbital and carbamazepine), steroids (like prednisone and dexamethasone), cholestyramine and cardiac glycosides (like digoxin).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdosing on Calcitriol/ Cholecalciferol + Calcium Carbonate may lead to symptoms like confusion, fatigue, headache, increased thirst and urination, irregular heartbeat, loss of appetite, muscle and joint pain, and nausea and vomiting. If you suspect an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.
• If you forget to take your dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects of this combination are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when the medication is discontinued.

• Drinking plenty of fluids may help manage side effects like dry mouth or constipation.
• Avoiding spicy or fatty foods can help with upset stomachs.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Calcitriol/ Cholecalciferol + Calcium Carbonate may cause dizziness or light-headedness. If you experience these side effects, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The use of Calcitriol/ Cholecalciferol + Calcium Carbonate during pregnancy and lactation should only be considered if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk. Consult a doctor before using this medication during these conditions.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution should be exercised when taking Calcitriol/ Cholecalciferol + Calcium Carbonate if you have kidney disease or kidney stones, hyperparathyroidism, hypercalcemia, malabsorption syndromes or liver disease.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Ensure you have a diet rich in calcium. Include dairy products like milk, cheese, and yogurt in your meals.
• Foods high in vitamin D such as fatty fish (salmon, mackerel), cheese, and egg yolks should be part of your diet.