Phytocal DX

Phytocal DX is indicated in following cases-

Treatment of osteoporosis, rickets, osteomalacia, tetany and hypoparathyroidism

• In pregnancy and lactation due to increased demand
• In kidney disease and pancreatitis
• During therapy with antiseizure medications
• The prevention and treatment of Calcium and Vitamin D3 deficiency

Usual adult dose: 1 tablet in the morning and 1 tablet at night. Tablet should be taken orally.

Calcium (Algae Source) is an essential element and plays vital role in the body. It makes body's framework stronger by building bones. Clinical evidence suggests that calcium is useful for prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and associated fractures. Vitamin D3 is also essential for healthy bones as it aids in calcium absorption from the Gl tract. In addition to this it stimulates bone formation. Controlled clinical studies show that Calcium and Vitamin D3 have synergistic effects on bone growth as well as in osteoporosis and fracture prevention.

Common side effects of Calcium and Vitamin D3 may include an irregular heartbeat, nausea, dry mouth, weakness, headache, a metallic taste in mouth, muscle or bone pain and drowsiness. Rare side effects are high amount of Calcium in blood, constipation, diarrhoea, loss of appetite.

Hypocalcemia and hypercalciuria

Metastatic calcification

Hypersensitivity to any of the components of Calcium and Vitamin D3 preparation

Caution should be taken in patients with renal impairment, sarcoidosis, hypercalcemia and hypercalciuria.

Not recommended for children under 12 years.

During pregnancy & lactation: Calcium and Vitamin D3 should be used considering the risk-benefit ratio.

At high doses it may result in nausea, vomiting, dizziness, anorexia, abdominal cramps, headache, constipation etc. Treatment includes cessation of therapy & adequate rehydration.

With medicine

Calcium salts reduce absorption of bisphosphonates, ciprofloxacin, fluorides, iron, levothyroxine, tetracycline and zinc

Absorption of calcium salts is reduced by corticosteroids

Increased risk of hypercalcemia when Calcium and Vitamin D3 given with thiazides and related diuretics

With food and others: No clinically significant food drug interaction have been reported.

Store below 30°C and away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.