Cipcal 500 Tablet

Composition of Cipcal 500 Tablet

Cipcal 500 Tablet contains Calcium carbonate 1250 mg (equivalent to elemental Calcium 500 mg). It belongs to the Calcium supplement class of medicines.

Uses of Cipcal 500 Tablet

• Prevention and treatment of calcium deficiency
• osteoporosis/osteopenia
• bone health support in elderly
• pregnancy and lactation (as advised)
• fracture healing support

Key benefits

• Helps prevent calcium deficiency
• Supports bone strength and density
• Aids fracture healing support
• Supports normal muscle and nerve function

How Cipcal 500 Tablet works

Calcium is an essential mineral required for bone mineralization and maintenance of bone strength. Supplementation restores low calcium levels and supports normal muscle and nerve function.

How to take Cipcal 500 Tablet

Take as directed by doctor. Usually taken once daily after food to improve absorption and reduce stomach upset. Swallow tablet with water; do not exceed recommended dose.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can raise blood calcium dangerously, causing thirst, frequent urination, vomiting, confusion and kidney damage. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Cipcal 500 Tablet

Most side effects of Cipcal are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Constipation
• bloating
• nausea
• abdominal discomfort
• gas

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Cipcal 500 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in kidney disease, history of kidney stones, hypercalcemia, hyperparathyroidism, or sarcoidosis. Avoid taking high doses without medical advice; prolonged excess can cause hypercalcemia and stones. Separate from certain medicines by 2-4 hours.

Do not take Cipcal if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a high blood calcium level, or with certain kidney stones.

Interactions with other medicines

Levothyroxine, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones (e.g. ciprofloxacin/ofloxacin), bisphosphonates (e.g. alendronate), iron salts, zinc, thiazide diuretics, digoxin

How to store Cipcal 500 Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Cipcal 500 Tablet

Take calcium with food, and split the day's total if you take a large amount. Sunlight helps your body make its own vitamin D. Have your level rechecked as your doctor advises rather than continuing high doses indefinitely.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Cipla Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Mineral supplement

Drug class:

Calcium supplement