Shelcal -250 Tablet
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Quick Facts
About Shelcal -250 Tablet
Shelcal -250 Tablet is used in the treatment of vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis. It helps the body to absorb calcium. Calcium is essential for maintaining strong and healthy bones. it is used when your diet does not provide enough.Shelcal -250 Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. It is best taken with or after food as this helps your body absorb it and you should take it regularly to get the most benefit. If you are using it to treat osteoporosis you will be prescribed other medicines as well. This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. Learn about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet.Shelcal -250 Tablet has few side effects and none are common. If you take too much you may feel weakness, muscle pain, or have a metallic taste in your mouth. If experience any such side effects, speak with your doctor. They may be able to help you reduce or treat the symptoms.Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have high levels of calcium in your blood or if you have any heart, kidney, or liver disease. Some other medicines can decrease the absorption of vitamin D3 so let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. This medicine may help during pregnancy when your body needs more vitamin D but too much could harm your baby. Discuss with your doctor.
How It Works
Shelcal -250 Tablet is used in the treatment of vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis. It helps the body to absorb calcium. Calcium is essential for maintaining strong and healthy bones. it is used when your diet does not provide enough.Shelcal -250 Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. It is best taken with or after food as this helps your body absorb it and you should take it regularly to get the most benefit. If you are using it to treat osteoporosis you will be prescribed other medicines as well. This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. Learn about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet.Shelcal -250 Tablet has few side effects and none are common. If you take too much you may feel weakness, muscle pain, or have a metallic taste in your mouth. If experience any such side effects, speak with your doctor. They may be able to help you reduce or treat the symptoms.Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have high levels of calcium in your blood or if you have any heart, kidney, or liver disease. Some other medicines can decrease the absorption of vitamin D3 so let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. This medicine may help during pregnancy when your body needs more vitamin D but too much could harm your baby. Discuss with your doctor.
How to Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Shelcal -250 Tablet is to be taken with food.
What if you miss a dose?
If you miss a dose of Shelcal -250 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Storage
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Composition of Shelcal -250 Tablet
Uses of Shelcal -250 Tablet
Key Benefits of Shelcal -250 Tablet
- In Treatment of Vitamin D deficiency Normally your body creates vitamin D from sunlight, but you will be prescribed this medicine as a supplement if you do not have enough. It is important to keep taking it regularly to get the benefits. You may not notice it working but keep taking it in order to protect your bones. Additionally, it can boost your immunity and increase the body's resistance against various infections.
Side Effects of Shelcal -250 Tablet
- No common side effects seen
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Shelcal -250 Tablet
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Shelcal -250 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Shelcal -250 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Shelcal -250 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Shelcal -250 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Shelcal -250 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Shelcal -250 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Shelcal -250 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Shelcal -250 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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- CDSCO (India) — Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation — Indian drug regulator
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare — Government of India health ministry
- WHO Essential Medicines — World Health Organization essential medicines lists
- National Health Portal (India) — Government of India National Health Portal