CALCIUM,CALCITRIOL,VITAMIN K2-7
Background and Date of Approval
Calcium, Calcitriol, and Vitamin K2-7 are used to manage nutritional deficiencies, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia (rickets), calcium deficiency, and hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone).
Uses
It helps to treat nutritional deficiencies, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bone), osteomalacia (Rickets), calcium deficiency, hypoparathyroidism (low level of parathyroid hormone).
How is it administered?
Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7 should be taken as directed by your physician. It may be taken with or without food. Swallow the whole with a glass of water. Avoid chewing, breaking, or crushing the tablet.
Side Effects
The common side effects that are experienced while you are on the treatment with Calcium Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7 are constipation, stomach upset, headache, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, mood changes, fast heartbeat, muscle pain, weakness or tiredness.
Warnings
Inform your doctor if any of these symptoms disturb you or persist. Inform your doctor if you experience hypersensitivity to calcium, calcitriol, vitamin K2-7, or any of its ingredients.
Precautions
Before treatment commences with this medication, let your physician know if you have kidney stones, hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), malabsorption syndrome, heart, liver, or kidney disease. Consult your healthcare provider if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman. This medication should be given to children when prescribed by a doctor.
Word of Advice
Avoid alcohol while using Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7 as it can interfere with calcium absorption. Regular monitoring of heart function and serum electrolyte levels is advised. For dialysis patients, a low-phosphate diet is recommended to manage serum phosphorus levels. Maintain adequate water intake when taking Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7, as proper hydration supports optimal absorption and utilisation of calcium in the body.
References
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 Accord UK Limited., Electronic medicines compendium (EMC), [Revised on Sep 2019] [Accessed on 18 Nov 2022], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/12544/smpc#gref KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Drugs affecting calcium balance, 7th Edition, 2013, 335-345.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7 used for?
Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7 treats nutritional deficiencies, osteoporosis, osteomalacia (rickets), calcium deficiency, and hypoparathyroidism.
Can I drink milk with Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7?
Yes, you can take Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7 with milk as it contains calcium. Hence, it does not cause any harmful side effects.
What happens if I miss my dose?
If you miss a dose, take Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7 as soon as you recall. If it is time for the next planned dose, skip the missing dose and start your usual dosage.
If I am undergoing dialysis, can I take Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7?
Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7 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.
Who should not take Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7?
Patients with hypercalcemia, malabsorption syndrome, hypervitaminosis D, Vitamin D toxicity, sarcoidosis, Crohn's disease, and kidney stones should not use Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7.
Does Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7 induce kidney stones?
When used for an extended period, Calcium, Calcitriol, Vitamin K2-7 may produce kidney stones due to excessive calcium deposition. If you have kidney problems, consult your doctor before taking this medication.