Xelcoral-D

Calcium and Vitamin D3

Description

Composition
Xelcoral-D Tablet: Each tablet contains 1250 mg of Calcium Carbonate USP
(from Coral Source) equivalent to 500 mg of elemental Calcium and 200 IU
Vitamin D3 BP.
Xelcoral-DX Tablet: Each tablet contains 1500 mg of Calcium Carbonate
USP (from Coral Source) equivalent to 600 mg of elemental Calcium and
400 IU Vitamin D3 BP.
Pharmacology Adequate Calcium in the blood is so vital of bodily functions that our internal biochemistry will not tolerate a deficiency even for short periods. Clinical evidence suggests that Calcium is useful for the prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis and associated fractures. Vitamin D is also essential for healthy bones as it aids in Calcium absorption from the GI tract. In addition to this it stimulates bone formation.

Storage
Store below 30° C temperature. Keep in a cool and dry place, away from
light. Keep out of the reach of children.
Packing
Xelcoral-D Tablet: Each box contains 30 tablets in Alu-PVDC blister.
Xelcoral-DX Tablet: Each box contains 30 tablets in Alu-PVDC blister

Presentation

Xelcoral-D Tablet: Each tablet contains 1250 mg of Calcium Carbonate USP (from Coral Source) equivalent to 500 mg of elemental Calcium and 200 lU as Cholecalciferol BP equivalent to Vitamin D3. Xelcoral-DX Tablet: Each tablet contains 1500 mg of Calcium Carbonate USP (from Coral Source) equivalent to 600 mg of elemental Calcium and 400 lU as Cholecalciferol BP equivalent to Vitamin D3.

Indication

Xelcoral is indicated for the treatment & prevention of osteoporosis, osteomalacia, tetany, hypoparathyroidism, disorder of osteogenesis, also used as supplement in case of inadequate intake of Calcium in childhood diel, rickets, pregnancy & lactation, elderly patients. Other indications include pancreatitis, phosphate binder in chronic renal failure etc.

Dosage & Administration

One tablet once or twice daily with plenty of water or as directed by the physrcian. Taking in full stomach ensures better absorptron.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any of the components, hypocalcaemia resulting from overdose of Vitamin D3, hyperparathyroidism, bone metastasis, severe renal insufficiency, severe hypercalciuria, renal calculi etc.

Warning & Precautions

ln presence of mild hypercalciuria, careful monitoring with reduction of dose may be needed. Plasma and serum Calcium level should be monitored in mild to moderate renal impairment and also in case of long term use. Patients with renal stone or with such previous, history should also take precaution

Side effects

Flatulence, diarrhoea, constipation, upper GI discomfort etc. are rare manifestation. Hyper-calcaemia due to prolong use has rarely been reported.

Drug interaction

Oral Calcium can reduce the absorption of tetracycline & fluoride preparations and minimum 3 hours time should be allowed between ingestion of these medications. Thiazide diuretics reduces the renal excretion of Calcium. Phenytoin, barbiturates, glucocorticoids may induce metabolism of Vitamin D3. Concomitant ingestion of certain foods like spinach. cereals. milk and its derivatives may reduce the intestinal uptake of Calcium.