Maxical 500mg Strip Of 15 Chewable Tablets
Medical Description
Maxical 500 tablet contains calcium and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol /colecalciferol). Calcium plays a vital role in the body, necessary for the normal functioning of cells, nerves, muscle and bones,
and vitamin D absorbs the calcium and phosphorus in the body. Maxical 500 tablet is used to treat low levels of calcium in the blood such as weak bones, bone loss, and muscle weakness; when an individual does not get enough calcium from the diet. This supplement should be taken with meals to gain optimal benefit.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹92.30 |
You Save | ₹34.14 (27% on MRP) |
Contains | Vitamin D3 / Cholecalciferol(250.0 Iu) + Elemental Calcium(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Low calcium levels, Low levels of Vitamin D |
Therapy | CALCIUM AND VITAMIN D SUPPLEMENTATION |
Uses of MAXICAL 500MG STRIP OF 15 CHEWABLE TABLETS
- For treatment of vitamin D and calcium deficiency
- For treatment of osteoporosis
- In special populations like elderly, pregnancy, breastfeeding who need vitamin D and calcium supplements
Ingredients and Benefits of MAXICAL 500MG STRIP OF 15 CHEWABLE TABLETS
- Calcium: It is essential for functioning of nerves, muscles, cells and bone strength.
- Vitamin D3: It increases the absorption of calcium and phosphorus from the intestine. It is crucial for bone strength. Due to lack of vitamin D, you may experience fractures, muscle pain, weakness.
Precautions and Warnings of MAXICAL 500MG STRIP OF 15 CHEWABLE TABLETS
Other General Warnings
- You are allergic to vitamin D, calcium or any other ingredients of this medicine
- You have high level of calcium or vitamin D in blood, high level of calcium in urine, kidney stones or are bed ridden
- You are suffering from tissue calcification (deposit of calcium in body tissues)
- You are suffering from malabsorption
- You have kidney problems or blood cancer
- You are taking any other product containing vitamin D or calcium
- You have high levels of cholesterol, then caution is needed
- Never take thyroid medicine and this product together
Directions for Use of MAXICAL 500MG STRIP OF 15 CHEWABLE TABLETS
- Take Maxical 500 tablet as your doctor has advised you.
- Take it preferably after the evening meal.
- This vitamin is known to accumulate in the fat and liver, so excessive use or use for prolonged period can be detrimental.
- Do not take too much of this medicine as this may lead to overdose.
Storage and disposal of MAXICAL 500MG STRIP OF 15 CHEWABLE TABLETS
Content Details

Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Which foods are good sources of vitamin D?
- Very few food products are good sources of vitamin D like cod liver oil, cheese, egg yolk.
- Vitamin D is formed under our skin when we are exposed to the sun.
- Sun exposure from 10 am to 3pm at least twice a week for 10-30 minutes can help prevent vitamin deficiency.
Q: Why should one take vitamin D?
- With our current lifestyle, we are all based indoors in air conditioned offices, houses and cars; with hardly any exposure to the sun.
- This is leading to increased vitamin D deficiency in all age groups and more fractures, muscle weakness.
- There is a lot of research happening suggesting that vitamin D may have a role in preventing onset of diabetes, cancers like colon, breast, and help build immunity.
Q: Can it be harmful if I take too much of Maxical 500 tablet?
- Yes, taking too much can be harmful. There is a misconception that too much vitamins are not harmful.
- When taken in excess or in high doses for too long excessive vitamin D and calcium can cause overdose.
- Overdose can cause loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, kidney stones, bone pain, excessive thirst, increased calcium in blood, urine, muscle weakness, irregular heart beat.
- If you think you have taken too much of Maxical 500 tablet, stop taking it and contact your doctor immediately
Q: How do you eat Maxical tablets?
Q: Can I take Maxical 500 in pregnancy?
References
- CALCI-D- Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 26 April 2022]
- CALCI-D- Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 26 April 2022]
- Office of Dietary Supplements - Vitamin D [Internet]. Ods.od.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 26 April 2022]
- CAL360 [Internet]. CiplaMed. 2021 [cited 26 April 2022]
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