Summary
- Main use
- Prevention of calcium deficiency and vitamin D deficiency (bone, dental developmental disorders, etc.)
- Who takes it
- Adults
- Adult dose
- Adults and children over 8 years: 1 time a day, 2 tablets per dose. Dissolve in the mouth or chew before swallowing.
Ingredients
- Manufacturer
- 조아제약(주)
Efficacy & effects
Prevention of calcium deficiency and vitamin D deficiency (bone, dental developmental disorders, etc.)
- Calcium deficiency
- bone developmental disorders
- dental developmental disorders
- rickets
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This medication helps to supplement calcium deficiency and provides vitamin D needed during pregnancy, lactation, growth, and old age, aiding in the maintenance of healthy bones and teeth. It is also used to prevent growth retardation of bones and rickets.
How to take
Adult dose
Adults and children over 8 years: 1 time a day, 2 tablets per dose. Dissolve in the mouth or chew before swallowing.
Precautions
This medication should not be taken by patients with hypercalcemia (excessive calcium in the blood), sarcoidosis (systemic inflammatory disease of unknown cause), or those with kidney disease. Additionally, individuals with allergic reactions to this drug or its components should avoid using it. Infants under 12 months, patients with kidney stones, and those with severe renal failure should also avoid this medication. It is advisable not to take this medication with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline antibiotics, or antacids. Babies under 1 year, patients currently treated by a doctor, children who receive ample sunlight and normal meals, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, breastfeeding mothers, preterm infants, and infants should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use due to potential hypercalcemia in newborns linked to vitamin D in breast milk. Patients with heart and circulatory issues, those with renal impairment, individuals with hypoproteinemia, those taking cardiac glycosides, and patients with a history of kidney stones should also consult a professional before taking this medication. If nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, hypotension, flushing, irregular heartbeat, skin rash, or swelling occur while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. Overdose may lead to serious symptoms such as gastrointestinal symptoms, hypernatremia, congestive heart failure, and edema, so caution is required. Long-term use may pose a risk of hypercalcemia or stone formation, necessitating regular check-ups. Furthermore, care should be taken when taking with certain diuretics due to the risk of hyperkalemia. If this medication is taken incorrectly or symptoms do not improve after a month, always consult a professional. Adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage and administration, and parental supervision is required when administering to children. It is advisable to avoid teas containing tannins, such as green tea or black tea, before and after taking this medication. Keep this medication out of the reach of children, store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight, and secure in a closed container to prevent misuse and maintain quality.
Side effects and when to seek care immediately
Mild side effects
- Nausea
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- constipation
- hypotension
- flushing
- irregular heartbeat
- skin rash
- swelling (edema)
Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.
Interactions
Drug interactions
This medication should not be taken with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline preparations, or antacids. Additionally, consult a doctor or pharmacist if taking with aldosterone antagonists, triamterene, or cardiac glycosides.
Food interactions
This medication should not be taken with teas that contain tannins, such as green tea or black tea, during or around the time of ingestion.
Storage
This medication should be kept in a sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture, and it is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid placing it in overly hot or cold conditions and to keep it away from direct sunlight.
Appearance and packaging
Appearance
White round chewable tablet
Package unit
120 T, 240 T
Questions about this medicine
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