Indications

Shelcal-D is used for the treatment of:
. Bone loss (osteoporosis)
· Weak bones (osteomalacia, osteopenia)
. Rickets
. Decreased activity of the parathyroid gland (hypoparathyroidism)
. Latent tetany (certain muscle disease)
For the treatment of asteoparosis & calcium deficiency condition
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Composition

500 mg & 200 IU: Each film-coated tablet contains Calcium Carbonate BP (eggshell source) 1250 mg equivalent to 500 mg of elemental Calcium and Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) BP 200 IU.

600 mg & 400 IU: Each film-coated tablet contains Calcium Carbonate BP (eggshell source) 1500 mg equivalent to 600 mg of elemental Calcium and Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) BP 400 IU.

Description

This is the combination of Calcium Carbonate and Vitamin D3, where Calcium is obtained from European eggshell source. Along with Calcium it contains small amounts of essential salts and minerals
for bone development, including Magnesium, Phosphorus & Strontium. It is 100% natural, highly digestible (98%), more absorbable and environment-friendly form of Calcium. It enriches the organic
matrix of bones by helping the fixation of Calcium and increases bone density. It also contains soluble transport proteins for maximum absorption compared with other Calcium sources. Its absorption
rate is higher than that of Algae, Coral, or Rock-based Calcium.

Pharmacology

Calcium plays a very important role in the body. It is necessary for normal functioning of bone, nerve cells, muscle, and other vital organs and the regulatory system of the body. If there is not enough
calcium in the blood, then the body will take Calcium from bones, thereby weakening bones and triggers different types of bone disorder. Vitamin D3 helps the body to absorb Calcium. Having the right
amounts of Calcium and Vitamin D3 is important for building and keeping strong bones and healthy muscles.

Dosage & Administration

Route of Administration: Oral. One tablet in the morning and one tablet at night or as directed by the physician. Use in children and adolescents should be directed by the physician.

Interaction

With Medicine: It has possible interaction with digoxin, antacids containing Calcium, aluminum or magnesium, other Calcium supplements, calcitriol, tetracycline, doxycycline, aminocycline or
oxytetracycline etc. So while taking Calcium tablet with any of these drugs consultations of the physicians is needed.

With food & others: The intestinal uptake of Calcium may be reduced by concomitant ingestion of certain foods (e.g. spinach, milk and milk products).

Contraindications

. Hypercalcemia and hyperparathyroidism