Acical-M Tablet

Acical-M is a combined nutritional supplement manufactured by ACI Limited, containing Calcium, Vitamin D3, and essential multiminerals. This tablet formulation (৳8.00 per unit) addresses bone health deficiencies and supports vital physiological functions. Each pack contains 30 tablets priced at ৳240.00, making it an affordable option for long-term supplementation.

Primarily indicated for osteoporosis treatment/prevention, Acical-M aids bone development and strengthens muscles/nerves. It’s prescribed for calcium-vitamin-mineral deficiencies during pregnancy, lactation, or growth phases. Clinical studies validate its role in improving bone density through synergistic action of Calcium + Vitamin D3 + Multimineral components.

The pharmacological formula combines macronutrients (Calcium, Magnesium) with micronutrients (Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Boron). Vitamin D3 enhances calcium absorption, while magnesium increases bone rigidity. Copper and manganese support collagen synthesis, addressing deficiencies common in osteoporosis patients.

Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with meals. For optimal absorption, consume with water after eating. Avoid concurrent use with tetracycline antibiotics or digoxin. Consult doctors before combining with other calcium/vitamin supplements to prevent drug interactions.

Side effects like nausea or dry mouth are rare but manageable. Severe symptoms may indicate overdose requiring medical attention. Store in cool, dry areas away from children. Pregnant/nursing women should use under medical supervision.

As a specific mineral & vitamin preparation, Acical-M Tablet offers comprehensive nutritional support. Its balanced formulation by ACI Limited ensures quality and affordability, positioned as a preferred choice in Bangladesh’s bone health segment.

Adult: 1 film-coated tablet twice daily, preferably 1 tablet in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening or as directed by physician. It is best taken with or just after main meals with a full glass of water.

Children 3-7 years: 1 effervescent tablet daily.

7 years to older: 1 to 2 effervescent tablet daily.

The use of calcium supplements has rarely given rise to mild gastro-intestinal disturbances such as constipation, flatulence, nausea, gastric pain, diarrhea. Following administration of vitamin-D3 supplements occasional skin rash has been reported. Hypercalciuria and in rare cases hypercalcaemia have been seen with long term treatment at high doses.

During pregnancy and lactation treatment should always be under the direction of a physician. During pregnancy and lactation, requirements for calcium and vitamin-D 3 are increased but in deciding on the required supplementation allowances should be made for availability of these agents from other sources. If calcium and iron supplements are both required to be administered to the patient, they should be taken at different times. Overdoses of vitamin-D 3 have shown teratogenic effects in pregnant animals. In humans long term hypercalcaemia can lead to physical and mental retardation, aortic stenosis and retinopathy in a new born child. Vitamin-D 3 and its metabolites pass into the breast milk.

Patients with mild to moderate renal failure or mild hypercalciuria should be supervised carefully. Periodic checks of plasma calcium levels and urinary calcium excretion should be made in patients with mild to moderate renal failure or mild hypercalciuria. Urinary calcium excretion should also be measured. In patients with a history of renal stones urinary calcium excretion should be measured to exclude hypercalciuria. With long term treatment it is advisable to monitor serum and urinary calcium levels and kidney function, and reduce and stop treatment temporarily if urinary calcium exceeds 7.5 mmol/24 hours. Allowances should be made for calcium and vitamin D3 supplements from other sources.

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