Carben D 500mg+200IU

Tablet
Calcium Carbonate [Elemental] + Vitamin D3
BENHAM pharmaceuticals

Other Strength:
- Carben 500mg
- Carben C 1000mg+327mg+500mg
- Carben DS 600mg+400IU
- Carben O 400mg

Alternative:
- Aristocal D 500mg+200IU
- Calbo-D 500mg+200IU
- Calcium A & D 500mg+200IU
- Ultracal-D 500mg+200IU
- Acical-D 500mg+200IU
- Caldical-D 500mg+200IU
- Reefcal-D 500mg+200IU
- Nutribon 500mg+200IU
- Bonwell-D 500mg+200IU
- Calmi-D 500mg+200IU
- Adcal D 500mg+200IU
- Calcibo D 500mg+200IU
- Calcin-D 500mg+200IU



Carben D

Indications
This combination is used for treatment of osteoporosis, osteomalacia, rickets, tetany and in parathyroid disease. Calcium supplements are often used to ensure adequate dietary intake in conditions such as pregnancy & lactation, osteogenesis and tooth formation (adjunct with definite treatment) and therapy with anti-seizure medications. It is also used as routine supplement and phosphate binder in chronic renal failure.

Therapeutic Class
Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Pharmacology
This is the preparation of Calcium Carbonate and Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol). Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of our body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Vitamin D3 helps for the absorption & reabsorption of Calcium. Vitamin D3 also stimulates bone formation. Clinical studies showed that Calcium and Vitamin D3 all together helps in bone growth, and in prevention of osteoporosis & bone fracture.

Dosage & Administration
Calcium 500 mg and Vitamin D3 200 IU Tablet: 2 tablets daily or 1 tablet twice daily. It is best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption.

Calcium 500 mg and Vitamin D3 400 IU Tablet: 1 tablet twice daily. It is best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption.

Interaction
It has possible interaction with calcium, aluminium or magnesium containing antacids & other calcium supplements, calcitriol & other vitamin D3 supplements; digoxin, tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline or oxytetracycline.

Contraindications
It is contraindicated in case of hypercalcaemia, hyperthyroidism, renal calculi & nephrolithiasis and Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.

Side Effects
It is generally well tolerated. If there is experience like nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, dry mouth, increased thirst, increased urination while taking, noticed to physicians. Constipation may occur.

Pregnancy & Lactation
This combination should be used as directed by physician during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.

Precautions & Warnings
If there is any pre-existing heart disease or kidney disease, precautions should be taken.

Overdose Effects
Symptoms of overdosage may include nausea and vomiting, severe drowsiness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, metallic taste, stomach cramps, diarrhea, headache, constipation.

Storage Conditions
Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.


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