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Primacal AT Capsule
Salt Composition : Calcium Citrate,calcitriol,zinc
Manufacturer : UNIVERSAL NUTRISCIENCE PVT LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
10 Capsule(s) In A Strip
Introduction to Primacal At Capsule
Primacal AT Capsule has the active ingredient Calcium citrate+ calcitriol+ zinc. It belongs to the nutritional supplements group and is used to treat and prevent nutritional deficiencies like vitamin D and calcium deficiencies. Calcium helps maintain bone density, and calcitriol increases the intestinal absorption of calcium.
Zinc enhances the immune system, and a combination of these ingredients is used to treat osteoporosis, rickets and other disorders caused by calcium and vitamin deficiency. Primacal AT Capsule plays an important role in the development of bone mass, providing relief from muscle and bone pain and enhancing metabolism.
The common side effects that are likely to be associated with Primacal AT Capsule are stomach upset, upper abdominal pain, diarrhoea, constipation, nausea and vomiting. Most of the side effects resolve on their own, but if the symptoms last for a longer time, consult the doctor.
Primacal AT Capsule should be taken as per the advice of the doctor because dose alteration depends upon the age and medical condition of the patient. If a patient forgets to take a dose, it is advised to take it as soon as possible and not overdose on this medication, as it can cause an increase in calcium levels in the blood.
Report to a physician immediately if you have severe allergic reactions to Primacal AT Capsule ingredients. Inform the doctor about hypercalciuria, hypercalcaemia and any other kidney-related disorders because it is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disorders as it makes the condition worse. Inform the doctor if the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding mother before starting this medication because dosage alteration is required for some patients.
Uses of Primacal At Capsule
Uses of Primacal AT Capsule are:
- It is used to treat calcium and vitamin deficiency
- It is used in the treatment of osteoporosis and rickets
Therapeutic Effects of Primacal At Capsule
Primacal AT Capsule works by maintaining bone density, which helps to treat low calcium levels in the body, and it is used to generate bone-forming cells by inhibiting the action of bone destruction cells. It helps in the development of bone mass, providing relief from muscle pain and enhances metabolism.
Interaction of Primacal At Capsule with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any medicines you take or have taken before the treatment.
More Information about Primacal At Capsule
- Do not store above 30 ° C
- Keep away from the sight of children
How to consume Primacal At Capsule
Primacal AT capsules have to be taken as prescribed by the doctor. It should be taken along with food because it increases the intestinal absorption of calcium, and this medicine should be swallowed as a whole. Do not chew, break or crush it.
Safety Advices for Primacal At Capsule
Pregnancy
Primacal AT Capsule is safe to use during pregnancy. Consult the doctor before taking this medication, and for some patients’ dosage alteration is required.
Breast Feeding
Primacal AT Capsule is safe to use in breastfeeding or lactating mothers. Consult the doctor before taking this medication.
Lungs
Primacal AT Capsule is used with caution in kidney patients and it is not recommended in severe kidney disorders as they can worsen the situation.
Liver
It is safe to use Primacal AT Capsule in liver patients and no dose adjustment is required.
Alcohol
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this Primacal AT Capsule, as it decreases the effectiveness of this medication.
Driving
It is safe to use Primacal AT Capsule while driving as it does not impair the ability to drive or handle heavy machines.
Side Effects of Primacal At Capsule
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious side effects of Primacal AT Capsule are:
- Hypercalcemia
- Muscle weakness
Common side effects of Primacal AT Capsule are:
- Stomach upset
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Excessive thirst
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
Word of Advice
It is advised to take this medication along with food because it helps in the absorption of calcium and vitamins effectively and informs the doctor about kidney problems, bone-related disorders, hypercalcemia, hypercalciuria and other medications taken for different conditions. Consult the doctor if the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding mother before starting this medication. This medication is not recommended in children unless it is prescribed by the doctor.
FAQs
Q 1. How to take Primacal AT Capsule?
It is advised to take this medication along with the food for better absorption of calcium as it increases the effectiveness of this medication.
Q 2. Is it safe to take Primacal AT Capsule during pregnancy?
It is safe to take this medication during pregnancy. Consult the doctor before taking this medication because dosage alteration is required in some patients.
Q 3. Is it safe to use Primacal AT Capsule in kidney patients?
No, Primacal AT Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe renal impairment as it worsens the situation.
Q 4. What are the side effects of Primacal AT Capsule?
The common side effects that are likely to be associated with Primacal AT Capsule are stomach upset, upper abdominal pain, diarrhoea, constipation, nausea and vomiting. Most of the side effects resolve on their own, but if the symptoms prolong for a longer duration of time, consult the doctor.
Q 5. What to do if I forget to take Primacal AT Capsule?
If the patient forgets to take Primacal AT Capsule, do not overdose on the medicine as it causes stomach discomfort and increases levels of calcium, vitamin D3, and zinc in the body.
Fact Box of Primacal At Capsule
Molecule name | Calcium citrate+ calcitriol+ zinc |
Therapeutic class | Calcium and vitamin supplements |
Pharmacological class | Nutritional supplements |
Indications | Treats osteoporosis, calcium and vitamin deficiency |
References
- KD. Tripathi. Drugs Affecting Calcium Balance. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 337.
- https://www.medicineindia.org/pharmacology-for-generic/1294/calcium-calcitriol-zinc (accessed date 17/11/2022)
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31643038/ (revised on September 2019) (accessed date 17/11/2022)
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