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Calbade Tablet

Manufacturer :  Aubade Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Calcium
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Calbade Tablet

Calbade Tablet is the key mineral which helps in the maintenance of bone health. It also has other benefits, for instance it improves muscle function, keeps heart rhythm strong and maintains the level of other minerals (potassium, magnesium, phosphorous) in the blood stream.

While Calbade Tablet is naturally found in dairy products or vegetables like kale and broccoli and cereals, the mineral is also prescribed as a supplement for the treatment of a number of health problems like osteoporosis and osteopenia. Calbade Tablet also effectively control hypertension and is known to reduce the symptoms of PMS to a great extent.

Calbade Tablet when consumed in normal doses can result in some side effects like gas, constipation and bloating. Calbade Tablet consumed in high doses can result in the formation of kidney stones in the body, especially in case of men. Individuals who are taking Calbade Tablet supplements as well as following a rich calcium diet are more likely to have a heart attack or stroke.

Before starting Calbade Tablet supplements, inform your doctor about any medicines and over the counter drugs that you are taking. This is primarily because, Calbade Tablet may react with other medication causing certain complications. Patients with kidney problem, bone tumours and heart issues should not take Calbade Tablet supplements unless otherwise recommended by their doctor.

Symptoms of overdose include lethargy, nausea, vomiting, coma. Following withdrawal of the drug, treatment consists of bed rest, liberal intake of fluids, reduced calcium intake, and cathartic administration.

Severe hypercalcemia requires I.V. hydration and forced diuresis. Urine output should be monitored and maintained at >3 mL/kg/hour. I.V. saline and natriuretic agents (eg, furosemide) can quickly and significantly increase excretion of calcium.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Calbade Tablet

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Calbade Tablet ?

    • Allergy

    • Ventricular Fibrillation

    • Hypercalcemia

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Calbade Tablet ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Calbade Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Dosage adjustments may be necessary depending on the serum calcium levels. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Calbade Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Calbade Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Calcium Dobesilate, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is a mineral supplement, which is essential for proper bone retention and development in the body. When the blood levels of calcium are high in the body, it gets deposited in the bones, while when the blood levels are low, the bones release the calcium levels in the bloodstream.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Calbade Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        • Decreased effect: Calcium may antagonize the effects of calcium channel blockers, atenolol, and sodium polystyrene sulfonate.
        • Increased toxicity: Administer cautiously to a digitalized patient, may precipitate arrhythmias; hypercalcemia induced by thiazides may be increased with calcium administration.

      FAQs about Calbade Tablet

      • Ques : Is Calbade Tablet good to take?

        Ans : Yes, Calcium tablets and supplements are good if you take it. Patients, however, should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

      • Ques : Can I take Calbade Tablet with Forteo?

        Ans : Yes, you can take Calcium with Forteo if it is recommended by your doctor. It is to be mentioned that Forteo (teriparatide) is a man-made form of hormone which is to treat the weakening of the bone (osteoporosis).

      • Ques : What can I take for Calbade Tablet in Calcium deficiency?

        Ans : Adequate dietary intake and/ or Calcium supplement is recommended in patients with Calcium deficiency. Patients should follow the advice given by their medical practitioner.

      • Ques : Can I take Calbade Tablet with milk?

        Ans : Yes, the patient can take calcium with milk or milk supplements.

      • Ques : Can I take Calbade Tablet with iron?

        Ans : No, iron supplements should not be taken with calcium supplements, as they interact to form non-absorbable complexes.

      • Ques : Can I take Calbade Tablet with vitamin C?

        Ans : There has been no study to prove the interaction between Vitamin C and calcium. However, patients should follow the advice of the medical practitioner regarding its use.

      • Ques : Can I take Calbade Tablet with coffee/ tea?

        Ans : No, coffee/ tea can reduce the absorption of Calcium in the body.

      • Ques : Does Calbade Tablet help in weight loss/weight gain?

        Ans : Studies conducted do not report the role of Calcium in weight loss or increase in weight. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.

      • Ques : Does Calbade Tablet tablet cause kidney stones?

        Ans : Yes, Calcium supplement may cause kidney stones if taken at a larger dose or for prolonged duration.

      • Ques : Does Calbade Tablet cause constipation?

        Ans : Yes, consumption of Calcium may cause constipation.

      References

      • Calcium Acetate-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/calcium%20acetate

      • Calcium Acetate-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00258

      • Calcium Acetate tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=Calcium+acetate

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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