Calgel Strip Of 15 Capsules

CALGEL CAPSULE is a nutritional supplement containing a combination of Calcitriol, Calcium carbonate, and Zinc sulphate monohydrate. It is designed to manage low blood calcium levels associated with conditions such as chronic renal failure, osteodystrophy, and osteoporosis. The capsule also addresses other health issues, including hypoparathyroidism, rickets, and psoriasis, by enhancing calcium absorption and overall calcium levels in the body.

USES

CALGEL CAPSULE is used in adults for the management of various conditions including:

• Chronic renal failure
• Renal osteodystrophy
• Osteoporosis
• Hypoparathyroidism
• Parathyroidectomy
• Vitamin D-dependent rickets
• Osteocalcaemia
• Hypocalcaemia and hypomagnesemia after small bowel resection
• Psoriasis

CONTRAINDICATIONS

CALGEL CAPSULE is contraindicated in patients with:

• Hypercalcaemia and/or hypercalciuria
• Hypervitaminosis D
• Allergy to calcitriol, calcium carbonate, or zinc sulphate
• Severe kidney problems such as nephrolithiasis, nephrocalcinosis, and renal failure

SIDE EFFECTS

Common side effects may include:

• Muscle pain and weakness
• Headache
• Excessive sleepiness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Flatulence
• Diarrhoea
• Skin eruptions
• Mental disturbances
• Abdominal pain and thirst
• Kidney stones
• Bone pain
• Metallic taste