What is MILICAL O D3?

Introduction:

Milical O D3 tablet is used to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels, treats vitamin D and calcium deficiencies and treat conditions caused low calcium levels such as bone loss (osteoporosis), weak bones (osteomalacia/rickets).

Calcium is essential for functioning of nerve, muscles, cells and bone strength. If there is calcium deficiency in the blood the body will take calcium from bones, thereby weakening bones. Hence intake of calcium is necessary to keep the bones strong. Vitamin D3 increases the absorption of calcium and phosphorous from the intestine. It is crucial for bone strength. Inadequate vitamin D in our body may lead to fractures, muscle pain, weakness.

Key composition of Milical O D3 tablet:

• Calcium oratate
• Vitamin D3

Therapeutic uses of Milical O D3 tablet:

• Increases bone strength and mineral content
• Reduce the chance of fall and fracture
• Helps to maintain healthy bone, nerves and muscles
• Ensures healthy bones and preserves healthy arteries
• Prevent osteoporosis

Side effects of Milical O D3 tablet:

• constipation, wind, feeling sick, stomach ache, diarrhea
• skin rash
• hypercalcaemia (too much calcium in your blood)
• hypercalciuria (too much calcium in your urine)

How to manage side effects:

Constipation:

Eat more high-fibre foods such as fresh fruit, vegetables and cereals, and drink plenty of water. Try to exercise more regularly, for example, by going for a daily walk or run.

Nausea and stomach pain:

Try taking this tablet with, or just after, a meal or snack. Stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food. If you're being sick, try small frequent sips of water to avoid dehydration.

Diarrhoea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or squash, to avoid dehydration. Reducing your dose of lactulose may also help diarrhoea. Do not take any other medicines to treat diarrhoea without speaking to a doctor.

Safety Advice:

• Always take Milical O D3 tablet as advised by your doctor.
• Do not exceed recommended daily dose.
• Do not take, if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.
• It should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking.
• Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine, if you have hypercalcaemia (high levels of calcium in your blood), hypercalciuria (high levels of calcium in your urine), kidney disease, sarcoidosis (inflammation that produces lumps of cells in various organs in the body).

Interactions:

Talk to your doctor before taking:

• antacids for indigestion
• digitalis drugs (e.g. Lanoxin) used to treat abnormal heartbeat
• diuretics or corticosteroids
• thyroxine, bisphosphonates (used to treat bone disorders)
• iron or fluoride medicines
• antibiotics (tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics)

More Information:

• Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
• Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C in a dry place.
• Protect from light and moisture.

FAQ’s:

Can Milical O D3 tablet be taken by patients with abnormal blood calcium levels?

Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine, if you have hypercalcaemia (high levels of calcium in your blood), hypercalciuria (high levels of calcium in your urine).

Is the use of Milical O D3 tablet safe for pregnant woman?

It should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking.

References:

https://www.rxlist.com/fdb/drugs/59689/calcium-orotate-oral-drug.htm

https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-18856/calcium-carbonate-vitamin-d3-oral/details

https://www.drugsupdate.com/brand/generic/Calcium%20Citrate%20 %20Vitamin%20D3/13729

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/8106-nausea--vomiting/care-and-treatment