Orthocal 500mg Tablet

Short Description

Orthocal 500mg Tablet is a medicine used as a dietary supplement of calcium to treat calcium deficiency and reduce the risk of calcium disorders.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Orthocal 500mg Tablet can be taken in an empty stomach or along with food. Take it regularly in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Orthocal 500mg Tablet is well tolerated with little or no side effects. Tell your doctor before taking the medicine if you have any kidney disorders.

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. Orthocal 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Orthocal 500mg Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Orthocal 500mg 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.

Pregnancy Warning

Orthocal 500mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Interacting Medicines

Leflunomide Penicillamine Magaldrate Sodium Bicarbonate

Orthocal 500mg Tablet is a mineral that provides essential nutrients.

Orthocal 500mg Tablet is prescribed to treat calcium deficiency. Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems or if you have ever had kidney stones. It's best to take Orthocal 500mg Tablet with food for better absorption. If you’re taking an iron supplement, don’t take it at the same time you take your calcium supplement. Each can interfere with the other’s absorption. Along with taking Orthocal 500mg Tablet, include calcium-rich food in your diet like milk, cheese, yogurt, calcium-fortified soya milk, and green leafy vegetables like spinach.