Therapeutic Indications This medication is for those with a calcium deficiency during periods of growth, pregnancy, breast-feeding and also as a supplement for osteoporosis. It is in the form of a tablet to suck in a box of 60. Contraindications Do not take OROCAL 500mg tablet in the following cases: - hypercalcemia (abnormally high level of calcium in the blood) - hypercalciuria (calcium in the urine) - calcium lithiasis (kidney stones) tissue calcifications - prolonged immobilizations accompanied by hypercalciuria and / or hypercalcemia. · if you suffer from phenylketonuria (a hereditary disease discovered at birth) due to the aspartame content. If in doubt, it is advisable to consult your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions of use and warning - In case of prolonged treatment, it is important to regularly check calcium levels in the urine Depending on this, your doctor may have to reduce or even stop your treatment. - When combined with vitamin D, calcium in blood and urine should be used regularly. - When you are taking treatment with sodium fluoride: it is advisable to delay the calcium intake. - If you are treated with digitalis: calcium (especially if combined with vitamin D) should be monitored regularly. You should consult your doctor or cardiologist to establish a monitoring schedule. - If treated with tetracyclines (which are an antibiotic class) orally, it is recommended to take at least 3 hours to take this medication. This drug contains sorbitol and isomalt. This drug is not recommended for patients with a sugar intolerance (rare hereditary illness). TO AVOID INTERACTIONS WITH OTHER DRUGS YOU MUST CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST IF GOING THROUGH OTHER TREATMENT. IF IN DOUBT DO NOT HESITATE TO CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE. Pregnancy and breast feeding If used responsibly, this medication can be taken during pregnancy as well as during breast feeding. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any drugs. Dosage Orally. - Adults: calcium deficiency and osteoporosis: 2-3 tablets per day. - Children: calcium deficiency during periods of growth: 1-2 tablets per day depending on their weight and size. Keep to advice given by your doctor. Side effects Like all drugs OROCAL 500mg tablets can cause side effects (this will not affect everyone): Dry mouth when taking the tablet. If you notice side effects that are not mentioned here, or if certain side effects become more severe, please consult your doctor or pharmacist. Composition Per tablet: Calcium carbonate: 1250mg Quantity of calcium: 500mg Other components: Sorbitol, povidone, orange flavouring*, magnesium stearate, aspartame, purified water. *Composition of the orange flavouring: isomalt, orange flavouring, mono-glycerides and dy-glycerides from fatty acids, 96% ethanol. Dilutants with noticeable effect: aspartame, sorbitol, isomalt. Storage conditions Keep out of reach and view from children. Do not use after the expiry date written on the box. Store in a place below 25°C.
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