Shelcal os

Description

Shelcal OS is a dietary supplement primarily used to treat and prevent calcium and Vitamin D deficiency.

Key Ingredients:

• Calcium Carbonate: Provides essential elemental calcium.
• Alfacalcidol: This is a form of Vitamin D that gets converted into the active form of Vitamin D3 (calcitriol) in the body. It helps in the absorption of calcium and phosphorus from the intestines.

Uses and Benefits:

• Bone Health: Promotes strong bones and teeth by increasing calcium and phosphate levels in the blood, essential for bone formation and maintenance. It helps manage conditions like:
  • Osteoporosis: Weak and brittle bones, especially common in older adults and post-menopausal women.
  • Rickets/Osteomalacia: Softening and weakening of bones, particularly in children and adults, respectively, due to Vitamin D deficiency.
  • Osteodystrophy: Bone pain, joint pain, and deformities, often associated with kidney disease.
• Calcium Deficiency (Hypocalcaemia): Used when the body doesn’t get enough calcium from the diet.
• Parathyroid Gland Disorders: Helps manage conditions like hypoparathyroidism (low calcium due to underactive parathyroid glands) or hyperparathyroidism (high calcium due to overactive parathyroid glands).
• General Nutritional Support: Can be used in specific populations like the elderly, pregnant or breastfeeding women, who have increased calcium and Vitamin D requirements.

Dosage:

• The dosage is determined by your doctor based on your specific condition and needs. It’s crucial to follow your doctor’s instructions.
• Generally, it’s recommended to take it with or after a meal for better absorption.

Side Effects: While generally well-tolerated, some side effects can occur, especially with higher doses or prolonged use:

• Common: Stomach upset, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, skin rash, itching.
• Less Common/More Serious (often related to high calcium levels – hypercalcemia): Headache, muscle pain, tiredness, increased thirst, frequent urination, loss of appetite, confusion, and in severe cases, calcium deposits in body tissues or kidney stones.

Precautions and Warnings:

• Contraindications: Do not take if you have high calcium levels in your blood (hypercalcemia), high Vitamin D levels (hypervitaminosis D), metastatic calcification (calcium deposits in tissues), or certain kidney problems.
• Pre-existing Medical Conditions: Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, kidney stones, heart disease, sarcoidosis, or any other significant health conditions.
• Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor about all other medications, supplements, and herbal products you are taking, as some can interact with calcium and Vitamin D (e.g., certain diuretics, antiepileptic drugs, corticosteroids, some antibiotics, thyroid hormones).
• Dietary Considerations: Avoid taking it within 2 hours of foods rich in oxalic acid (spinach, rhubarb), phosphate (bran), or phytic acid (whole cereals) as they can interfere with calcium absorption. Limit alcohol and caffeine intake.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor before use.
• Do not exceed the recommended dose.

Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement, including Shelcal OS, to ensure it’s appropriate for your health needs and to get personalized dosage advice.