CALTAS 60000IU Granule 1gm
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) 60000 IU Also Known As: Vitamin D3
Manufacturer
TAS MED INDIA PVT LTD
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT CALTAS 60000IU GRANULECALTAS 60000IU GRANULE contains Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) which belongs to the group of medicines called Vitamin D analogue. It is used to manage Vitamin D deficiency. This may occur when your diet or lifestyle does not provide you with enough vitamin D or when your body requires more vitamin D during pregnancy. Along with this management, your doctor might advise you to eat and drink foods rich in calcium. Your doctor might want to take certain blood tests prior to the management to understand the existing condition. CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE is not recommended for use if you have high levels of calcium in the blood, malabsorption syndrome, hypervitaminosis D, renal osteodystrophy (kidney disease weakening the bones) with hyperphosphataemia. Before taking CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE, inform your doctor if you have impaired kidney or liver function, are immobilized due to osteoporosis, sarcoidosis (a multisystem chronic inflammatory condition which can affect your lungs, heart and kidneys) and hyperlipidemia (high lipid levels). CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE should be used with caution in pregnant or breastfeeding women. It should be used with caution in children and elderly patients. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any unusual effects during management with this medicine.
Uses
OF CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE Prevents or manages vitamin D deficiency
How It Works
CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE helps the body to absorb calcium and phosphorus by increasing their absorption from the gut and reducing the amount removed by the kidneys and is a fat-soluble vitamin.
Directions for Use
Take CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE as directed by the physician. Pour the contents of the sachet into a glass of water or milk. Stir with a spoon to obtain a pleasant-tasting suspension. Drink immediately. Your doctor will decide the right dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
CALTAS 60000IU GRANULERAREStop taking CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of impaired kidney function severe allergic reaction (signs include rash, itching/swelling especially of the face/tongue/throat, severe dizziness and trouble breathing)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYCALTAS 60000IU GRANULE should be used with caution in pregnant women or women planning to have a baby as safety and effectiveness have not been established yet. Overdosage of this medicine can harm the fetus. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGCALTAS 60000IU GRANULE should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as small amounts of it pass into the breast milk. Your doctor will monitor the levels of calcium in your blood and the breastfed baby. Consult your doctor before taking it. KIDNEYCALTAS 60000IU GRANULE is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney disease or renal osteodystrophy (kidney disease weakening the bones) with hyperphosphatemia. It should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment. Consult your doctor before taking CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE. LIVERCALTAS 60000IU GRANULE should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE. ALLERGYDo not take CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE if you are allergic to Cholecalciferol or any other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSCALTAS 60000IU GRANULE is not recommended for use if you: have high levels of vitamin D3 in the blood (hypervitaminosis D) have high levels of calcium in the blood malabsorption syndrome Before taking CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE, inform your doctor if you: are immobilized with osteoporosis have sarcoidosis (a multisystem chronic inflammatory condition which can affect your lungs, heart, and kidneys) have hyperlipidemia (high lipid levels) Use in Pediatrics: CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE should be used with caution in children and infants. Consult your child’s doctor for advice. Use in Geriatrics: CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE should be used with caution in elderly patients. Dose will be adjusted by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicines: medicines used to manage epilepsy (Ex phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone) other vitamin D-containing medicines including multi-vitamins medicines used to control the rate of your heartbeat (Ex. digoxin, digitoxin) thiazide diuretics (water tablets) Ex. Bendroflumethiazide (used to manage fluid retention) calcium supplements antacids for indigestion (Ex. magnesium hydroxide) medicine used to manage fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole) corticosteroids Ex. hydrocortisone or prednisolone (used to manage the inflammatory condition) laxatives such as paraffin oil (used to manage constipation) cholestyramine used to manage high cholesterol phosphate binding agents Ex. sevelamer (used to control high levels of phosphorous in the blood) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose include hypervitaminosis, hypercalciuria and hypercalcaemia (signs include loss of appetite, thirst, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, mental disturbances, excess thirst or urination, bone pain, nephrocalcinosis, renal calculi and in severe cases it may cause cardiac arrhythmias. SYNOPSIS Drug : Cholecalciferol Pharmacological Category : Vitamin D analogues Therapeutic Indication : Vitamin D deficiency Dosage Forms : Tablet, Chewable tablet, Disintegrating tablet, Disintegrating strip, Capsule, Softgel capsule, Injection, Oral solution, Syrup, Suspension, powder, Sachet, Oral drops, Nano drops, Oral Spray, Granules MORE INFORMATION Keep the medicine out of reach of children Store CALTAS 60000IU GRANULE at room temperature
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
22 Oct 2022