Kidcal Gold Chewable Tablets

Adult dose

For children over 8 years and adults: 2 tablets per dose, 3 times a day. It should be chewed or dissolved in the mouth after meals.

Child dose

For children aged 36 months to under 8 years: 1 tablet per dose, 3 times a day. It should be chewed or dissolved in the mouth after meals.

This drug should not be taken by women in the first three months of pregnancy or those who may become pregnant, as excessive intake of Vitamin A may pose a risk of congenital malformations in the fetus. The artificial sweetener aspartame included in this drug is converted to phenylalanine in the body, so patients with the genetic disorder phenylketonuria should not take it. Patients with hypercalcemia, kidney disease, sarcoidosis, those with kidney stones, or severe kidney failure should not take this drug. Additionally, individuals with hypersensitivity to this drug, infants under 12 months old, patients with lactose intolerance or genetic carbohydrate absorption disorders should also avoid it. During treatment, it is advisable not to take this drug together with phosphate, calcium salts, oral tetracyclines, antacids, or levodopa. Infants under one year of age, patients undergoing treatment, children receiving a normal diet who are exposed to sunlight, patients with hyperoxaluria, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, patients with heart or kidney issues, patients with hypoproteinemia, those taking cardiotonics, and individuals with a history of gout or kidney stones should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this drug. If symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, itching, diarrhea, constipation, rash, joint pain, or irregular heartbeat occur during use, discontinue immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Women taking Vitamin E and using oral contraceptives should be cautious as there may be an increased risk of thrombosis. Long-term high-dose use may cause neurological disorders, blood abnormalities, peptic ulcers, liver damage, increased risk of hypercalcemia, and osteoporosis; therefore, the prescribed dosage must be strictly adhered to. When administering to children, supervision by a guardian is required, and care should be taken to ensure that Vitamin A included in this drug does not exceed 5,000 IU when used as a supplementary therapy, as it is sufficiently supplied in the normal diet. It may affect blood glucose tests or urine tests, and it is advisable to avoid tannin-containing beverages like green tea or black tea before and after taking this drug.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• itching
• dry and rough skin
• painful joint swelling
• diarrhea
• abdominal discomfort
• constipation
• rash
• redness

Drug interactions

Do not take this drug with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline preparations, antacids, or levodopa. If taken alongside cardiotonics, oral contraceptives containing estrogen, anti-aldosterone agents, or triamterene, consult with a doctor or pharmacist.

Food interactions

Avoid taking this drug with tannin-containing teas such as green tea or black tea. Do not consume these teas during or shortly before or after taking the drug.

This drug should be stored in an airtight container that can block light and should be kept at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevents deterioration.

Appearance

Round tablets in white to pale yellow color

Package unit

180 tablets/bottle, 360 tablets (180 tablets/bottle × 2).