Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
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Age: Adults |
Dose: Effervescent tablet – 1 tablet Frequency: once daily Note: Dosage should be individualized based on the demands in age, sex and various physiological (pregnancy and lactation) and disease conditions. |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Age: greater than 7 years |
Dose: Effervescent tablet – 1 tablet Frequency: once daily Note: Dosage should be individualized based on the demands in age, sex and various physiological (pregnancy and lactation) and disease conditions. |
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Age: 3-7 years |
Dose: Effervescent tablet – Half effervescent tablet Frequency: once daily Note: Dosage should be individualized based on the demands in age, sex and various physiological (pregnancy and lactation) and disease conditions. |
Administration
- Take with food
- Take with full glass of water
Side Effect
- Anorexia
- Constipation
- Flatulence
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Hypercalcemia
- Hypophosphatemia
- Xerostomia
- Acid rebound
- Milk-alkali syndrome
- Hypercalcemia
- Muscle/bone pain
- Metallic taste
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Arrhythmias
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Tetracyclines, Atenolol, Iron, Quinolones, Alendronate, Na fluoride, Zn, Calcium-channel blockers
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Decreases absorption
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Thiazide diuretics (Chlorothiazide, Chlorthalidone, Hydrochlorothiazide, Indapamide, Metolazone), Vitamin D
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May lead to milk-alkali syndrome and hypercalcaemia
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Myeloma, Bone Metastases
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Can worsen condition
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Sarcoidosis, Primary Hyperparathyroidism
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Can increase calcium levels
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store at a cool and dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Keep the container tightly closed.
Data Sources
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