Zelcal-XD3 Softgel Capsule

Short Description

Zelcal-XD3 Softgel Capsule is used in the treatment of vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis. It helps the body to absorb calcium, essential for maintaining strong and healthy bones.

Dosage Form

Soft Gelatin Capsule

Introduction

Zelcal-XD3 Softgel Capsule 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.

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. Zelcal-XD3 Softgel Capsule is to be taken with food.

Zelcal-XD3 Softgel Capsule is a form of vitamin D. It raises vitamin D levels in your blood. This in turn raises calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from food.

Your doctor has prescribed Zelcal-XD3 Softgel Capsule for the treatment of vitamin D3 deficiency. Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor. It should be taken with food for faster absorption of medicine. Some healthy tips for vitamin D deficiency: Get enough sun exposure 10-30 minutes thrice a week. Light-skinned: 20-30 minutes of sun exposure. Dark-skinned: 30-40 minutes of sun exposure. Eat vitamin D rich diet like egg yolk, mushrooms, cheese, milk, butter, fortified food and oily fish. It might affect your sleep pattern when taken at night time. To avoid this better to take it at day time. Do not take antacids or any other medication 2 hours before or after taking Zelcal-XD3 Softgel Capsule. Inform your doctor if you notice nausea, vomiting, poor appetite, constipation, weakness and weight loss while taking this medicine.