Shelcal K Tablet is used for Vitamin k deficiency, Vitamin d deficiency, Bone diseases in renal osteodystrophy, Postmenopausal osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Calcium deficiency, Liver diseases, Hypocalcemia, Hypophosphatemia, Cardiovascular health and other conditions. Shelcal K Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Shelcal K Tablet contains Calcitriol, Calcium and Vitamin K2-7 as Active ingredients.
Shelcal K Tablet works by curing weakening of bones and for better absorption; stimulating the intestinal calcium transport; treating certain bleeding or blood clotting problems;
Detailed information related to Shelcal K Tablet’s uses, composition, dosage, side effects and reviews is listed below.
Prescription: Yes
Warnings: Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components. Shelcal-K Tablet 15's is not recommended if you have hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels), and malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food). Brief your medical history if you have any heart/liver/blood vessel diseases, kidney stones, sarcoidosis (growth of inflammatory cells in different parts of the body), Crohn's disease (inflammatory bowel disease), Whipple's disease (bacterial infection affecting joints and digestive system), achlorhydria (little or no stomach acid), low levels of bile, and phosphate imbalance. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Shelcal-K Tablet 15's. Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence it is advised to limit alcohol intake while using Shelcal-K Tablet 15's. Children should be given this supplement only when advised by the doctor.
Medicine Interaction: Shelcal-K Tablet 15's may interact with central nervous system stimulants (amphetamine), anti-depressants (duloxetine), anti-ulcers (ranitidine), synthetic thyroid hormone (levothyroxine), painkillers (aspirin), calcium supplements (ergocalciferol, cholecalciferol), anti-clotting drugs (dicumarol, warfarin), drugs treating high cholesterol levels (cholestyramine, colestipol), antibiotics (doxycycline, ciprofloxacin), drugs treating bone loss (alendronate), weight-loss drugs (orlistat), anti-cancer drugs (estramustine), and drugs that treat high blood phosphorus levels (sevelamer).
Drug Schedule: Schedule H Prescription Drug
Side Effects: The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Shelcal K Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
Decreased appetite
Kidney stones
Nausea
Constipation
Vomiting at higher dosage
Disturbance in heart rhythm
Slow heart rate
Gas or bloating
High calcium levels in blood
Headache
Blood creatinine increased
Abdominal pain
Vomit
Urinary tract infection
Rash
Weakness
Somnolence
Vomiting
Dry mouth
Muscle pain
Bone pain
Metallic taste
Anorexia
Decreased movement or Activity
Difficulty in breathing
Enlarged liver
Body swelling
Irritability
Muscle stiffness
Yellow eyes or skin
Shelcal K Tablet may also cause side-effects not listed here.
How to Store it: Store in a cool, dry place. Protect from light.
Over Dose: Store in a cool, dry place. Protect from light.
Precautions: Store in a cool, dry place. Protect from light.
Missed Dose: Store in a cool, dry place. Protect from light.
