Calcium Sandoz Injection 10ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Calcium Gluconate 50 mg+Calcium Lactobionate 87.5 mg
Manufacturer
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTIONCALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTIONcontains a combination of Calcium gluconate and Calcium lactobionate which belongs to the group of medicine called Minerals. It is used to manage acute symptomatic hypocalcemia (calcium deficiency). Calcium deficiency can be due to a variety of factors such as poor calcium intake in childhood, decreased calcium absorption and dietary tolerance, hormonal changes, and genetic factors. There are no symptoms in the beginning, but as the condition progresses, symptoms such as confusion, memory loss, muscle spasms, cramps, hallucinations, an easy bone fracture, tingling and numbness of body parts, and depression may appear. Before receiving CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have kidney, heart, or parathyroid gland problems, cancer, or hypercalcemia (increased calcium levels). Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before receiving CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION. CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION is not recommended for use in children below 1 month of age receiving ceftriaxone. The most common
Uses
OF CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION Manage calcium deficiency
How It Works
CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION works by strengthening the bones where calcium gluconate dissociates into ionised calcium in the blood, increasing serum ionised calcium levels. Ionized calcium and gluconate are normal constituents of body fluids, and calcium lactobionate works by replenishing the stores of calcium in the body.
Directions for Use
CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a vein as an intravenous infusion. Your doctor will determine the right dose and duration depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Side Effects
receiving CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION are constipation and injection site reactions like pain, swelling, and redness. Contact your doctor if symptoms worsen. USES OF CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION Manage calcium deficiency HOW CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION WORKSCALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION works by strengthening the bones where calcium gluconate dissociates into ionised calcium in the blood, increasing serum ionised calcium levels. Ionized calcium and gluconate are normal constituents of body fluids, and calcium lactobionate works by replenishing the stores of calcium in the body. DIRECTIONS FOR USECALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a vein as an intravenous infusion. Your doctor will determine the right dose and duration depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTIONCOMMON warmth, tingling, or a heavy feeling stomach upset, flatulence constipation injection site reactions like pain, swelling and redness RAREStop receiving CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: little or no urination swelling, rapid weight gain a light-headed feeling slow or irregular heartbeats high levels of calcium in your blood (nausea, vomiting, constipation, increased thirst or urination, muscle weakness, bone pain, confusion, lack of energy)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYConsult your doctorInform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant as there in limited information on the safety of receiving CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION. Consult your doctor before receiving it, it will be given to you after calculating the risk and benefit ratio. BREASTFEEDINGConsult your doctorInform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before receiving CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTIONas it is not known if it is excreted in breast milk. Consult your doctor before receiving it, it will be given to you after calculating the risk and benefit ratio. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionIt is not known if CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION affects the ability to drive or use machines, do not drive or use machines in case you experience unusual symptoms. KIDNEYConsult your doctorCALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease, and kidney stones. The dose will be adjusted by your doctor and regular serum calcium levels will be monitored. Consult your doctor before receiving it. ALLERGYContraindicatedInform your doctor before receiving CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION if you are allergic to Calcium gluconate or Calcium lactobionate. HEART DISEASEUse with CautionCALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Consult your doctor before receiving it. USE IN PEDIATRICSConsult your doctorCALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTIONis not recommended for use in children below 28 days old receiving ceftriaxone. Consult your doctor before receiving it. USE IN GERIATRICSConsult your doctorThe doctor will adjust the dose for patients above 65 years of age receiving CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION, depending on the disease condition. Consult your doctor before receiving it. OTHERSCALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION is not recommended for use if you: have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels) Before receiving CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION, inform your doctor if you: have parathyroid gland problems have cancer
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before receiving CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: ceftriaxone, minocycline (antibiotic to manage bacterial infection) fluids containing bicarbonate or phosphate cardiac glycosides like digoxin (to manage heart failure and irregular heartbeats) calcium channel blockers (Ex. amlodipine, diltiazem, to lower blood pressure) vitamin D, vitamin A thiazide diuretics (Ex. chlorothiazide, indapamide, to increase urine flow) estrogen calcipotriene (to manage psoriasis) teriparatide (to manage osteoporosis) baloxavir marboxil (to manage influenza) Overdosage: CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms of hypercalcemia (hallucinations, disorientation, hypotonicity, seizures, and coma) SYNOPSIS Drug : Calcium gluconate, Calcium lactobionate Pharmacological Category : Minerals Therapeutic Indication : Calcium deficiency Dosage Forms : Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION out of reach of children Store at 20-25°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Calcium Sandoz Injection 10ml.
What is CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION used for?
CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION is used to manage acute symptomatic hypocalcemia (calcium deficiency). Calcium deficiency can be due to a variety of factors, such as poor calcium intake in childhood, decreased calcium absorption and dietary tolerance, hormonal changes, and genetic factors.
Can pregnant women receive CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION?
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as there is limited information on the safety of receiving CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION. Consult your doctor before receiving it; it will be given to you after calculating the risk-to-benefit ratio.
How does CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION work?
CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION works by strengthening the bones, where calcium gluconate dissociates into ionised calcium in the blood, which increases serum ionised calcium levels. Ionized calcium and gluconate are normal constituents of body fluids, and calcium lactobionate works by replenishing the stores of calcium in the body.
Can children receive CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION?
CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION is not recommended for use in children below 28 days old receiving ceftriaxone as it can have fatal outcomes. Consult your doctor before receiving it.
Can patients with kidney problems receive CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION?
CALCIUM SANDOZ INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease or kidney stones. The dose will be adjusted by your doctor, and regular serum calcium levels will be monitored. Consult your doctor before receiving it.
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Last Updated
21 Feb 2023