Dicaateo-LC Tablets

Adult dose

Individuals aged 8 years and older and adults should take 1 tablet once daily.

Child dose

Children aged 8 years and older should take 1 tablet once daily.

This medication should not be taken by patients with hypercalcemia, sarcoidosis, or those with kidney disease. Additionally, individuals with allergic reactions to this medication or its components, infants under 12 months old, those with kidney stones, and patients with severely impaired kidney function should avoid taking this medication. While taking this medication, it is advisable to avoid concurrently using phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline antibiotics, and antacids. Women undergoing treatment, those who are pregnant or may become pregnant, breastfeeding mothers, and premature or young infants should discuss with a healthcare professional before taking this medication. Patients with heart or circulatory issues, reduced kidney function, low protein levels, those taking cardiac glycosides, and individuals with a history of kidney stones need to consult before taking. If symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, hypotension, facial flushing, irregular heartbeat, or skin rashes occur while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Additionally, caution is required as overdose may lead to gastrointestinal issues, hypernatremia, congestive heart failure, and edema. If taking for a prolonged period, regularly check for hypercalcemia or kidney stones. Particularly, when used with aldosterone antagonists or triamterene, there is a risk of increased potassium levels in the blood, warranting caution. Adhere strictly to the dosage and avoid tannin-containing beverages such as green tea or black tea before and after taking the medication. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, and in a cool, dry place to maintain quality and prevent misuse.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• constipation
• hypotension
• facial flushing
• irregular heartbeat
• skin rash
• hypernatremia
• congestive heart failure

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline preparations, or antacids. In addition, consult with a doctor or pharmacist when taking this medication alongside aldosterone antagonists or triamterene.

Food interactions

This medication should be avoided with tannin-containing teas such as green tea and black tea during use or before and after use.

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air exposure, ideally at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White rectangular tablets

Package unit

90 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle