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Oshecad Tablet
Salt Composition: CALCIUM,VITAMIN D3
- Manufacturer: HOSPIMAX HEALTHCARE PVT LTD
- Pack Size: 15 TABLET(s) IN A STRIP
- Dosage Form: TABLET
- No Prescription Required
- Storage: Store Oshecad Tablet below 30â in a dark and dry place. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
₹68.00₹84.38
Inclusive of all taxes
Product Introduction
Oshecad Tablet belongs to the group of nutritional supplements. It contains Calcium carbonate + Calcitriol and is primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. Calcium is essential for bone health, used to treat and prevent calcium deficiency and 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.
Symptoms associated with Oshecad Tablet include constipation, stomach upset, headache, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, tiredness, weakness, fast heartbeat, muscle pain, and mood changes. Inform your doctor if any of these symptoms disturb you or persist.
Inform your doctor if you experience hypersensitivity to calcium carbonate, calcitriol, or any of its ingredients. Before treatment with this medication, let your physician know if you have kidney stones, hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), malabsorption syndrome, or heart, liver, or kidney disease. Consult your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Oshecad Tablets should be given to children only when prescribed by a doctor.
Uses
Nutritional deficiencies Osteoporosis Calcium deficiency
How it works
Calcium carbonate works by neutralizing the acid released in the stomach. Calcitriol acts by regulating phosphorous and calcium levels in the body. Together, it support immune function, DNA synthesis, cell division, wound healing, maintaining bone density, and promoting calcium transport from the bloodstream into the bone.
How to Use
Oshecad Tablet 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
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 Mood changes Fast heartbeat Muscle pain Weakness or tiredness
Expert Tips
You should avoid consuming alcohol while using the Oshecad Tablet since it can interfere with calcium absorption. It is advised to check heart function and serum electrolyte levels regularly. A low-phosphate diet is advised for dialysis patients to manage their serum phosphorus levels.
References
- Neon Healthcare Ltd, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on March 2023] [Accessed on 05 August 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.12847.pdf
- Roche Laboratories Inc., US Food & Drug Administration, [Revised on Nov 1998] [Accessed on 05 August 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/1998/21068lbl.pdf
- Efficacy of Calcium Citrate Versus Calcium Carbonate for the Management of Chronic Hypoparathyroidism; [Accessed on 05 August 2023] https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03425747
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Drugs affecting calcium balance, 7th Edition, 2013, 335-345.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: safe Oshecad Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Inform your physician if you suspect pregnancy or planning to get pregnant before starting the treatment.
Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether the Oshecad Tablet can be used in patients with lung diseases. Inform your physician if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Breastfeeding: safe Oshecad Tablet is safe to use for breastfeeding women. Inform your physician if you are breastfeeding before initiating the treatment.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.