Indications of Calcizen 300 mg
Calcizen 300 mg is indicated for heartburn, calcium supplement, calcium deficiencies.
Theropeutic Class
Minerals in bone formation, Specific mineral preparations
Pharmacology
Calcium is used to prevent or treat negative calcium balance. It also helps facilitate nerve and muscle performance as well as normal cardiac function. Bone mineral component; cofoactor in enzymatic reactions, essential for neurotransmission, muscle contraction, and many signal transduction pathways.
Dosage & Administration of Calcizen 300 mg
19-50 year: 1,000 mg elemental Calcizen 300 mg per day.>50 year: 1,200 mg elemental Calcizen 300 mg per day.
Dosage of Calcizen 300 mg
19-50 year: 1,000 mg elemental Calcizen 300 mg per day.>50 year: 1,200 mg elemental Calcizen 300 mg per day.
Interaction of Calcizen 300 mg
May reduce the efficacy of calcium-channel blockers. Concurrent admin of IV calcium salt with cardiac glycosides may lead to serious adverse events. Increased risk of hypercalcaemia when used with thiazide diuretics. May reduce absorption of tetracycline, alendronate, atenolol, iron, quinolone antibiotics, sodium fluoride and zinc.
Contraindications
Conditions associated with hypercalcaemia and hypercalciuria.
Side Effects of Calcizen 300 mg
Gl discomfort e.g. nausea, vomiting, constipation; bradycardia, arrhythmias. Dry mouth, increased thirst or increased urination. Mental confusion, milk-alkali syndrome.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category-C. Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks
Precautions & Warnings
Sarcoidosis; history of nephrolithiasis. Avoid IV admin of calcium in patients on cardiac glycosides. Increased risk of hypercalcaemia and hypercalciuria in hypoparathyroid patients receiving high doses of vitamin D. Caution when used in patients with history of kidney stones. Patients should be advised to administer vitamin D concurrently to optimise calcium absorption. Pregnancy.
Drug Classes
Minerals in bone formation, Specific mineral preparations
Mode Of Action
Calcium is used to prevent or treat negative calcium balance. It also helps facilitate nerve and muscle performance as well as normal cardiac function. Bone mineral component; cofoactor in enzymatic reactions, essential for neurotransmission, muscle contraction, and many signal transduction pathways.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Category-C. Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks