Calcimate 500 mg 12 capsules
Composition
Each capsule contains
Calcium (as calcium carbonate) 500 mg
Properties
Calcium helps prevent osteoporosis, characterized by a decrease in bone density and strength, is involved in the process of blood coagulation and the maintenance of cardiac activity, as well as in the transmission of nerve impulses.
Indications
As a therapeutic and prophylactic agent for conditions of calcium deficiency.
Method of administration and dosage
1 capsule per day.
Contraindications
severe renal dysfunction;
hypercalcemia (with hyperfunction of the parathyroid glands);
-hypercalciuria;
-urolithiasis disease;
decalcifying tumors (myeloma, bone metastases, sarcoidosis);
osteoporosis due to immobilization;
pulmonary tuberculosis (active form);
-childhood;
-increased sensitivity to drug components.
Precautions
Use with caution in patients with renal insufficiency.
During the period of treatment, it is necessary to constantly monitor the excretion of calcium in the urine and the concentration of calcium and creatinine in the plasma. In case of occurrence of calciuria exceeding 7.5 mmol day (300 mg / day), it is necessary to reduce the dose or stop taking the drug.
Side effects
From the digestive system: constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, abdominal pain are possible.
Others: possible allergic reactions; in case of prolonged use, hypercalcemia, hypercalciuria are possible.
Storage method
At a temperature not higher than 30 degrees.
Packaging
The cardboard box contains 2 blisters of 6 capsules.