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Shelcal K Tablet
Salt Composition : Calcium,calcitriol,vitamin K2-7
Manufacturer : TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
15 Tablet(s) In A Strip
Introduction to Shelcal K Tablet
Shelcal K Tablet belongs to the group of medications called nutritional supplements. It contains the active ingredient calcium, calcitriol, and vitamin K2-7, which is primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. Calcium is essential for bone health and the proper functioning of cells, nerves, and muscles. It is used to prevent or treat a calcium deficiency and can be given for certain bone conditions such as osteoporosis. Calcitriol is a synthetic derivative of Vitamin D3 that aids in treating metabolic bone disease and calcium insufficiency. Vitamin K2-7 promotes calcium transfer from the bloodstream into the bone, which helps maintain bone density.
Inform your doctor if you experience hypersensitivity to calcium, calcitriol, vitamin K2-7, or any of its ingredients. Before treatment commencement with this medication, let your physician know if you have hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food), low bile level, and phosphate imbalance. Consult your healthcare provider if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman. This medication should be given to children only when prescribed by a doctor.
Uses of Shelcal K Tablet
Helps to treat
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Osteoporosis (weak and brittle bone), Osteomalacia (Rickets)
- Calcium deficiency
- Hypoparathyroidism (low level of parathyroid hormone).
Therapeutic Effects of Shelcal K Tablet
Calcium works by neutralizing the acid released in the stomach. Vitamin D3 acts by regulating phosphorous and calcium levels in the body. Vitamin K2-7 works by increasing the bone-building process. Together, Shelcal K Tablet works by replenishing low calcium levels, maintaining bone density, and promoting calcium transport from the bloodstream into the bone.
Interaction of Shelcal K Tablet with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Shelcal K Tablet and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Shelcal K Tablet
- Store in a cool and dry place.
- Protect from light.
- Keep out of reach of children.
How to consume Shelcal K Tablet
Shelcal K Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Avoid chewing, breaking, or crushing the tablet.Â
Safety Advices for Shelcal K Tablet
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Pregnancy
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Shelcal K Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Your physician will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing this medication.
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Breast Feeding
 ÂShelcal K Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Your physician will weigh the potential risks and benefits before prescribing this medication.Â
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Lungs
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Shelcal K Tablet should be used with caution in severe liver disease patients. A dose adjustment is required based on the condition.Â
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Liver
  Shelcal K Tablet should be used with caution in severe lung disease patients. A dose adjustment is required based on the condition.Â
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Alcohol
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Avoid consuming alcohol while using Shelcal K Tablet since it can affect calcium absorption.Â
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Driving
  Do not drive or operate machines if Shelcal K Tablet impair your ability.Â
Side Effects of Shelcal K Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Common
- Constipation
- Stomach upset
- Headache
- Nausea, vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Weakness or tiredness
Word of Advice
It is recommended that you avoid drinking alcohol while using Shelcal K Tablet since it can interfere with calcium absorption. It is advised to regularly check heart function and serum electrolyte levels. A low-phosphate diet is advised for dialysis patients to manage their serum phosphorus levels.
FAQs
Q 1. Can I drink milk with Shelcal K Tablet?
Yes, you can take Shelcal K Tablet with milk as it contains calcium. Hence, it does not cause any harmful side effects.
Q 2. If I am undergoing dialysis, can I take Shelcal K Tablet?
Shelcal K Tablet contains calcitriol, which may cause calcium deposition in dialysis patients. As a result, it must be used with caution and only if prescribed by a doctor.
Q 3. Who should not take Shelcal K Tablet?
Patients with hypercalcemia, malabsorption syndrome, hypervitaminosis D, Vitamin D toxicity, sarcoidosis, Crohn's disease, and kidney stones should not use Shelcal K Tablet.
Q 4. Does Shelcal K Tablet induce kidney stones?
When used for an extended period, Shelcal K Tablet may produce kidney stones due to excessive calcium deposition. If you have kidney problems, consult your doctor before taking this medication.
Q 5. What happens if I miss my dose of Shelcal K Tablet?
If you miss a dose, take Shelcal K Tablet as soon as you recall. If it is time for the next planned dose, skip the missing dose and start your usual dosage.
Fact Box of Shelcal K Tablet
Molecule name: Calcium+ Calcitriol+ Vitamin K2-7 | Therapeutic class: Nutritional supplements |
Pharmacological class: Nutritional supplements | Indications:Â 1. Nutritional deficiencies 2. Osteoporosis (weak and brittle bone), Osteomalacia (Rickets) 3. Calcium deficiency 4. Hypoparathyroidism (low level of parathyroid hormone). |
References
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Drugs affecting calcium balance, 7th Edition, 2013, 335-345.
- Roche Laboratories Inc., US Food & Drug Administration, [Revised on Nov 1998] [Accessed on 18 Nov 2022], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/1998/21068lbl.pdf
- Efficacy of Calcium Citrate Versus Calcium Carbonate for the Management of ChronicHypoparathyroidism; Accessed on 18/11/2022; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03425747
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