Carecal DM Tablets

Adult dose

For ages 12 and older: Take 2 tablets twice a day

This medication should not be taken by patients with hypercalcemia (high blood calcium levels), sarcoidosis (a systemic inflammatory disease of unknown cause), or kidney disease. Those with allergies to any of the ingredients, infants under 12 months of age, individuals with kidney stones, or severe renal failure should also avoid taking this medication. While taking this drug, do not take drugs such as phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline antibiotics, or antacids simultaneously. Women undergoing treatment, pregnant or possibly pregnant, those who are breastfeeding, premature or young infants, individuals with heart or circulatory problems, those with renal impairment, patients with hypoproteinemia, or those taking cardiac glycosides, and individuals with a history of kidney stones should consult a healthcare professional before taking this medication. If symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, low blood pressure, facial flushing, irregular heartbeat, skin rash, red spots, cardiac arrest, or central nervous system dysfunction occur during treatment, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Additionally, caution is advised as excessive intake or long-term use may lead to hypercalcemia or stone disease. When taken with aldosterone antagonists or triamterene, potassium levels in the blood may rise, necessitating caution. The prescribed dosage and administration must be strictly followed, and it is advisable to avoid tea containing tannins such as green tea or black tea before and after taking this medication.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• constipation
• low blood pressure
• facial flushing
• irregular heartbeat
• skin rash
• red spots
• inadequate contraction (cardiac arrest)

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline preparations, or antacids. Additionally, consult with a physician or pharmacist if using with cardiac glycosides, aldosterone antagonists, or triamterene.

Food interactions

This medication should be avoided with tea containing tannins, such as green tea or black tea, during or before and after consumption.

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. Also, avoid storing it in areas that are too hot or too cold, and maintain storage at a general room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

240 tablets/box [120 tablets/bottle * 2], 60 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP * 6], 240 tablets/box [60 tablets/box (10 tablets/PTP * 6) * 4]