Cacit D3

What is it?

A combined preparation of calcium and vitamin D3, available as effervescent granules in sachet, containing 1.25g calcium carbonate and 440iu of vitamin D3, Also, CACIT TABLETS, containing 1.25g of calcium carbonate in each effervescent, pink tablet.

Medical Uses

Cacit D3, deficiency in calcium and vitamin D in elderly persons, additional therapy in osteoporosis. Cacit tablets, osteomalacia, additional therapy in osteoporosis.

Dosage

Adults only, Cacit D3, 1 to 2 sachets (dissolved in water) each day. Cacit tablets, osteomalacia, adults and children, 2 to 5 tablets (dissolved in water) each day. Children, for supplementation, 1 to 2 tablets each day. Adults, osteoporosis, 1 to 3 tablets each day.

Special Care

Previous kidney stones or history of kidney disorder, sarcoidosis (formation of abnormal lesions).

Avoid Use

Ealcilithiasis (calcium stones), elevated blood calcium levels, elevated urine calcium levels.

Possible Drug and Food Interactions

Cardiac glycosides, thiazide diuretics, tetracyclines.

Known Side Effects

Skin reactions, elevated calcium levels in urine, gastrointestinal disturbances. Rarely, raised blood calcium levels.

Manufacturer

Procter & Gamble.