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Shelcal CT Tablet 15'S
Shelcal CT Tablet 15'S

Shelcal CT Tablet 15'S

Osteoporosis Prescription (Rx) Required

CALCIUM CARBONATE+CALCITRIOL

NPR 251.10

Mfr: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
15 Tablet(s) in a Strip
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What is SHELCAL CT?

SHELCAL CT contains vitamin D3 (calcitriol) and calcium which is indicated as a vital calcium supplement in deficiency states such as:

  • during growth
  • prevention and adjunct treatment of senile, post-menopausal and corticosteroid induced osteoporosis

What SHELCAL CT is used for?

SHELCAL CT contains the below mentioned components, which have the following uses:

Vitamin D3 (Calcitriol):

  • It is the active form of vitamin D3, which is important for the regulation of absorption of calcium from the stomach, and for the utilization and functioning of calcium in the body

Calcium:

  • It is a major constituent found in various parts of the human body, the majority of which make up the bones and teeth, and is used to prevent or to treat calcium deficiencies

Talk to your doctor before using this medicine, if you:

  • are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients in the medicine
  • have hypercalcemia, hypercalciuria
  • have nephrolithiasis, nephrocalciosis, severe renal impairment, renal failure, renal stones
  • have hypervitaminosis D
  • are receiving treatment for cardiovascular disease
  • have any other chronic or acute medical conditions
  • If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before using this medicine
  • Ask your doctor for advice before giving this medicine to your children
  • This medicine will usually not affect your ability to drive and use machines

Tell your doctor if you might take any other medicines such as:

  • thiazide diuretics drugs (used to treat high blood pressure, renal calcium reabsorption)
  • phenytoin (used to treat seizures)
  • barbiturates (used to treat insomnia, anxiety, seizures)
  • glucocorticoids (steroid hormones with anti-inflammatory effects)
  • digitalis, cardiac glycosides (used to treat irregular heartbeats and other heart conditions)
  • thyroxine (used to treat thyroid hormone deficiency)
  • bisphosphonates (used to treat osteoporosis)
  • sodium fluoride drugs (used to treat cavities, dental conditions)
  • quinolone, tetracycline antibiotics (used to treat various infections)
  • iron supplements
  • other vitamins, minerals, herbal supplements you may have obtained without a prescription
  • Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you
  • Swallow the medicine whole with a glass of water
  • Continue to follow any advice about diet recommended by your doctor 

If you take more SHELCAL CT

  • If you, either accidentally, or just happen to take more than the prescribed dose of this medicine, contact your doctor for advice

If you forget to take SHELCAL CT

  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember
  • If you do not remember until it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule
  • Do not take a double dose of this medicine

If you stop taking SHELCAL CT

  • Do not stop taking this medicine until your doctor tells you to do so

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  • allergic reactions (such as rash)
  • nausea, vomiting
  • stomach and intestinal problems and/or pain

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  • Keep this medicine out of reach of children
  • Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
  • Store at room temperature (15-25ºC)
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