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These brands contain the same active ingredient (Calcium Lactate Gluconate + Calcium Carbonate + Vitamin C + Vitamin D3). Same strength and form. Confirm the switch with your doctor or pharmacist.
CoracaD-C
Rx1000 mg+327 mg • Effervescent Tablet
Indications & Uses
CoracaD-C is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Calcium Gluconate is the gluconate salt of calcium. Calcium is a mineral the body needs for normal nerve, muscle and heart function. When taken by mouth as the gluconate salt, it helps keep calcium balance steady and prevents bone loss. This agent may also be chemopreventive for colon and other cancers.
The Calcium Carbonate from Coral has a chemical structure very similar to the composition of human bone. Coral Calcium is similar to other sources but ensures better absorption. Vitamin D3 helps the body absorb calcium from the GI tract and helps maintain calcium balance. In humans, calcium is used as a pharmacological agent almost entirely to correct a deficiency. The body needs enough calcium in the blood for so many of its functions that our internal biochemistry will not tolerate a deficiency, even for short periods.
Vitamin C is an essential part of the diet because humans cannot make it themselves. It is a very powerful reducing agent and has an important part in the body's response to stress. It is also important in defence against infections.
Vitamin D is also essential for healthy bones, since it aids calcium absorption from the GI tract. It stimulates bone formation as well. Clinical studies show that calcium and vitamin D have synergistic effects on bone growth, and also in osteoporosis and fracture prevention.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adolescents and adults take 1 effervescent tablet per day. Children take ½ effervescent tablet per day. For infants, the dose is whatever the physician prescribes. Dissolve one tablet in a glass of water before taking it.
Side Effects
Calcium supplements can occasionally cause mild stomach and bowel problems, though this is rare. These include constipation, flatulence, nausea, stomach pain and diarrhoea. A skin rash has been reported now and then after people took Vitamin-D supplements. When Vitamin-D is given at high doses over a long period, hypercalciuria can occur, and in rare cases hypercalcaemia has also been seen.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Patients with mild to moderate renal failure or mild hypercalciuria need careful supervision. In these patients, plasma Calcium levels and urinary Calcium excretion should be checked from time to time. If a patient has a history of renal stones, urinary Calcium excretion should be measured to rule out hypercalciuria. With long-term treatment, it's advisable to monitor serum and urinary Calcium levels and kidney function. Treatment should be reduced or stopped for a while if urinary Calcium goes above 7.5 mmol/24 hours. Calcium and Vitamin-D supplements the patient gets from other sources should also be taken into account.
Contraindications
Don't give this combined calcium and vitamin preparation to anyone with hypercalcaemia caused by myeloma, bone metastases or other malignant bone disease. The same applies to sarcoidosis, primary hyperparathyroidism and Vitamin-D overdosage. It is also contraindicated in severe renal failure, and in anyone who is hypersensitive to any of the tablet ingredients.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
During pregnancy and breastfeeding, this supplement should always be taken under a doctor's direction. Calcium and vitamin D needs go up in both periods, but when the doctor decides how much to give, the amounts a woman already gets from other sources must be allowed for. Overdoses of vitamin D have caused teratogenic effects in pregnant animals. Vitamin D and its metabolites also pass into breast milk.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Overdose
The most serious result of an acute or chronic overdose is hypercalcaemia caused by Vitamin D toxicity. The person may have nausea, vomiting, polyuria and constipation. If the overdose goes on for a long time, the raised calcium can cause calcification of the blood vessels and organs. Treatment means stopping all calcium and Vitamin D intake and rehydrating the person.
⚠️ In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Storage
Store this medicine in a cool, dry place, away from light and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed, and keep it out of reach of children.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about CoracaD-C 1000 mg+327 mg
What is CoracaD-C 1000 mg+327 mg Effervescent Tablet?
CoracaD-C 1000 mg+327 mg Effervescent Tablet is a medicine that contains Calcium Lactate Gluconate + Calcium Carbonate + Vitamin C + Vitamin D3. It is made by Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations group of medicines.
What is CoracaD-C used for?
CoracaD-C is used for: Osteoporosis, Viral Infection, Calcium Deficiency.
What are the side effects of CoracaD-C?
Calcium supplements can occasionally cause mild stomach and bowel problems, though this is rare. These include constipation, flatulence, nausea, stomach pain and diarrhoea.
Can I take CoracaD-C during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
During pregnancy and breastfeeding, this supplement should always be taken under a doctor's direction. Calcium and vitamin D needs go up in both periods, but when the doctor decides how much to give, the amounts a woman already gets from other sources must be allowed for. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What happens if I take too much CoracaD-C?
The most serious result of an acute or chronic overdose is hypercalcaemia caused by Vitamin D toxicity. The person may have nausea, vomiting, polyuria and constipation. In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
How should I store CoracaD-C?
Store this medicine in a cool, dry place, away from light and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed, and keep it out of reach of children.
Can I take other medicines with CoracaD-C?
Some medicines can interact with Calcium Lactate Gluconate + Calcium Carbonate + Vitamin C + Vitamin D3, for example: Sodium Fluoride, Iron, Phenytoin, Levothyroxine Sodium, Tetracycline Hydrochloride. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Is there a cheaper medicine with the same ingredient?
Calbo Forte by Square Pharmaceuticals PLC, Pabna has the same ingredient and strength for ৳8.06 per unit, compared with ৳20.00 for CoracaD-C. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Do I need a prescription for CoracaD-C?
CoracaD-C is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.