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Sandocal 250mg Strip Of 30 Chewable Tablets

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30 Chewable Tablet(s) in Strip
MRP 56.46
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Sandocal 250mg Strip Of 30 Chewable Tablets Description

This product contains calcium and Vitamin D3 ( cholecalciferol /colecalciferol).

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ContainsCalcium(250.0 Mg) + Vitamin D3 / Cholecalciferol(125.0 Iu)
TherapyCALCIUM AND VITAMIN D SUPPLEMENTATION
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uses

Uses of Sandocal 250mg Strip Of 30 Chewable Tablets

  • For treatment of vitamin D and calcium deficiency
  • For treatment of osteoporosis
  • In special populations like elderly, pregnancy, breast feeding who need vitamin D and calcium supplements
sideEffects

Side effects of Sandocal 250mg Strip Of 30 Chewable Tablets

  • Constipation
  • Vomiting, nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Feeling thirsty
  • Bone pain
  • Stomach pain
  • Frequent urination
  • Muscle weakness
  • High level of calcium in urine
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Sandocal 250mg Strip Of 30 Chewable Tablets

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You are allergic to vitamin D, calcium or any other ingredients of this medicine, do not take in this case
  • Do not take it if 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
ingredients

Ingredients and Benefits of Sandocal 250mg Strip Of 30 Chewable Tablets

  • Calcium: It is essential for functioning of like nerve, muscles, cells and bone strength.
  • Vitamin D3: It increases the absorption of calcium and phosphorous from the intestine. It is crucial for bone strength. Due to lack of vitamin D, you may experience fractures, muscle pain, weakness.
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Directions for Use of Sandocal 250mg Strip Of 30 Chewable Tablets

  • Take this medicine as your doctor has advised you.
  • Take it preferably after the evening meal.
  • This vitamin is known to accumulated 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.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY
REVIEWED BY
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Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: Which foods are good source of vitamin D?

  • Very few food products are good source of vitamin D like cod liver oil, cheese, egg yolk.
  • Vitamin D is formed under our skin when we are exposed to sun.
  • Sun exposure drom 10 am to 3pm atleast twice a week for 10-30 minutes can help prevent vitamin deficiency.

Q: Why should one take vitamin D?

  • With 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 deficinecy in all age groups and more fractures, mucle weakness.
  • There is lot of research happening suggesting that vitamin D may have role in preventing onset of diabetes, cancers like colon, breast, help build immunity.

Q: This is health supplement, can it be harmful if I take it too much?

  • Yes taking too much can be harmful. There is a misconception that too much of vitamins is 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 this medicine, stop taking it and contact your doctor immediately
Product Details
Brand
SANDOCAL
Expires on or After
31/01/2025
Last Updated on: 31 Jul 2020 | 07:00 PM (IST)

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