Carbocal Tablet 500 mg

Carbocal Tablet is a calcium supplement manufactured by Globe Pharmaceuticals Ltd, containing 500 mg of Calcium Carbonate. Priced at ৳2.20 per unit, this tablet addresses calcium deficiencies and acid-related digestive issues. It is vital for bone health, managing hypoparathyroidism, renal failure, and neutralizing excess stomach acid.

Clinically prescribed for calcium depletion, Carbocal Tablet treats conditions like vitamin D deficiency, pregnancy-related needs, and hyperphosphataemia in dialysis patients. Its 1000 mg variant provides rapid relief from heartburn and indigestion. The drug binds phosphate in CKD patients but requires dietary adjustments for optimal efficacy.

Dosage varies: 540-2000 mg/day as antacid, 1250-3750 mg/day for osteoporosis prevention. For hyperacidity, 2000-3000 mg is advised per episode. Administer with meals to enhance phosphate binding. Side effects include constipation and GI irritation. Avoid concurrent use with digoxin or tetracycline to prevent interactions.

Stored in cool, dry environments, Carbocal remains stable. Safe for pregnant/lactating women, it’s a cost-effective solution (৳22.00 per strip) for long-term mineral supplementation. Explore alternatives under medical guidance if hypercalcaemia risks arise.

Adults: 500-2000 mg/day as antacid, 1250-3750 mg/day for osteoporosis. Renal patients: 2.5-9 gm/day with meals. 1000 mg tablet: 2000-3000 mg as needed. Pediatric dose: Half of adult dose. Adjust based on serum calcium levels.

Orally administered Carbocal may be irritating to the GI tract. It may also cause constipation. Hypercalcaemia is rarely produced by administration of calcium alone, but may occur when large doses are given to patients with chronic renal failure.

Pregnancy Category B. Safe during lactation. Recommended 1200-1500 mg/day calcium in pregnancy. Avoid excessive doses to prevent maternal hypercalcemia.

Monitor calcium-phosphate ratio monthly in renal patients. Check serum calcium every 2-4 weeks during long-term therapy. Avoid continuous use beyond 2 weeks for dyspepsia.

Pediatrics: Safe in renal impairment with adjusted doses. Geriatrics: High-fiber diet recommended. Hepatic/Renal impairment: Dose adjustments based on GFR.