Calcium Lactate

Calcium Lactate is used as a source of calcium in deficiency states. Calcium is a mineral which is required for the development and maintenance of healthy bones and teeth, for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscles and the heart. its supplements are used to ensure proper intake of calcium during bone development in childhood, during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Calcium prevents development of osteoporosis ( bone thinning).


Adult Dose
Dose: 300 mg
Single Dose: 300 (300)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: PO
Instructions: As required
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
Calcium Lactate also known as Calcium 2-hydroxypropionate. . It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Calcium salt. . The Molecular Weight of Calcium Lactate is 218.20.
Contraindications
Calcium Lactate is contraindicated in conditions like Hypercalcaemia,Renal calculi.
Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Calcium Lactate, which give rise to further complications include Hypotension, Sinus bradycardia.Calcium Lactate produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Coma, Cardiac Arrest. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Calcium Lactate therapy.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Calcium Lactate are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Nausea, Vomiting, Anorexia, Abdominal pain, Dry mouth, Local reactions, Flushing, Syncope, GI irritation.
Indications
Calcium Lactate is primarily indicated in conditions like Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Hypocalcaemia, Osteoporosis prophylaxis, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Severe hyperkalaemia, Severe hypermagnesaemia.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Calcium Lactate was found.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Tab, Caps Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Warnings
Calcium lactate should be used with caution in patients with diarrhea, stomach trouble, parathyroid disease or kidney stones. Do not take other medication or dietary supplements containing large amounts of calcium, phosphates, magnesium or vitamin D unless specifically recommended. Do not take calcium within 1 to 2 hours of eating bran or whole grain cereals or breads. Do not drink large amounts of alcohol or caffeine containing beverages or use tobacco.
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