Calcitriol is the active form of Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) which acts by stimulating the Calcium and Phosphate absorption. It stimulates bone resorption, renal tubular resorption. The drug also decreases PTH levels and restores bone mineralization. Elemental Calcium is an antacid which works by neutralizing the acid released in the stomach.
How to use
As directed by physician
Interactions / Warnings
Inform your doctor if you have any renal problems before taking the medicine. Inform your doctor if you have any hepatic problems before consuming Shelcal CT Tablet. Calcitrol: Caution advised during pregnancy no human data aVialable to evaluate risks on fetus. Elemental Calcium: May be used during pregnancy no known risks on fetal harm based on human data. Calcitrol: Caution advised during breastfeeding limited human data suggests possible risks of hypercalcemia to breast-fed infant. But no human data aVialable to evaluate effects on production of milk. Elemental Calcium: May be used during lactation no known risks of infant harm based on drug properties. Caution always advised when used with other drugs. Inform your doctor about all your medication which you are using currently.
Side Effects
Nausea Constipation Bone pain Photophobia Polyuria Mild acidosis Vomiting Anorexia Somnolence Weight loss Myalgia Polydipsia Flatulence
