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Dicamax D Tablets

Dicamax D Tablets

OTC medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Calcium Carbonate Granules 95%›250mg / 1 tabletCholecalciferol Concentrate Granules›10mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)다림바이오텍
Appearance
Green rectangular film-coated tablets
Packaging
90 tablets/bottle, 90 tablets (10 tablets/PTP X 9)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200802773 · Notified 2008.03.13 · Insurance code 664601180

Summary

Main use
Prevention of bone developmental disorders and rickets
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
For those aged 8 years and older, take 1 tablet once a day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)다림바이오텍

Efficacy & effects

Prevention of bone developmental disorders and rickets

  • Bone developmental disorders
  • dental developmental disorders
  • rickets
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Vitamin D is particularly necessary during pregnancy, lactation, developmental stages, and old age. It plays an important role in promoting healthy development of bones and teeth, and preventing bone diseases such as rickets. Therefore, Vitamin D is used to improve bone and dental developmental disorders and prevents rickets.

How to take

Adult dose

For those aged 8 years and older, take 1 tablet once a day.

Precautions

This medicine should not be taken by individuals with hypercalcemia or patients with sarcoidosis or kidney disease. People who have an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients in this medication should also avoid taking it. Infants under 12 months of age, patients with kidney stones, and those with severe renal failure should not take this medicine. During the use of this medication, it should not be taken with medications such as phosphate, calcium salts, oral tetracycline agents, or antacids. Infants under 1 year old, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients with heart or kidney function issues should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. This medication contains Vitamin D, which can be transmitted to infants through breast milk and may cause hypercalcemia, so caution is required. If symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin rash, or irregular heartbeat appear while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. Overdosage may result in side effects such as gastrointestinal disturbances, hypernatremia, congestive heart failure, and edema, so caution is advised. Prolonged use may lead to hypercalcemia or stone disease, necessitating regular check-ups. This medication must be taken strictly according to the prescribed dosage and administration, and when administering to children, supervision by a guardian is required. It is advisable not to consume tannin-containing beverages like green tea or black tea before or after taking this medicine. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, in a cool, dry place, and tightly closed. Additionally, it is important not to transfer the medication to other containers to maintain its quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Skin rash → severe allergic reaction, edema (swelling) → severe swelling or urinary abnormalities

Mild side effects

  • Nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
  • low blood pressure
  • facial flushing
  • irregular heartbeat
  • skin rash
  • hypernatremia
  • congestive heart failure
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  • edema
  • hypercalcemia
  • stone disease
  • hyperkalemia

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with phosphate, calcium salts, oral tetracycline agents, or antacids. Additionally, it is advisable to consult a doctor or pharmacist when used concurrently with cardiotonic glycosides, anti-aldosterone agents, or triamterene.

Food interactions

This medication should be avoided when taken with tannin-containing teas such as green tea and black tea.

Storage

This medicine should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air exposure and kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the medicine's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Green rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

90 tablets/bottle, 90 tablets (10 tablets/PTP X 9)

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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