Milical OD3 Tablet

Composition of Milical OD3 Tablet

Milical OD3 Tablet contains Calcium (740mg) + Vitamin D3 (400IU). It belongs to the Vitamin D / calcium supplement class of medicines.

Uses of Milical OD3 Tablet

Treatment and prevention of Calcium deficiency

Key benefits

• In Treatment and prevention of Calcium deficiency Milical OD3 Tablet is a nutritional supplement that is used to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels in people who do not get enough calcium from their diets. It improves the level of calcium in the body. This helps keep your bones strong and healthy and reduce the risk of any bone disorders like osteoporosis. Calcium is also necessary for normal functioning of nerves
• cells
• muscle and heart. Taking it as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit.

How Milical OD3 Tablet works

Milical OD3 Tablet is a combination of two nutritional supplements: calcium and vitamin D3. Calcium is added as a dietary supplement when the amount of calcium taken in the diet is not enough. Vitamin D3 is a form of vitamin D. It raises vitamin D levels in your blood. This, in turn, raises calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from food.

How to take Milical OD3 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Milical OD3 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

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

If you miss a dose of Milical OD3 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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 Milical OD3 Tablet

Most side effects of Milical OD3 are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

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 Milical OD3 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Do not take more than your doctor has advised. Vitamin D builds up in the body and too much raises blood calcium, causing thirst, frequent urination, nausea and confusion. High-dose weekly or monthly sachets are prescription strengths — do not repeat one because you missed a week. Tell your doctor if you have had kidney stones or have kidney disease.

Do not take Milical OD3 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

Calcium reduces the absorption of thyroid tablets, several antibiotics and iron — separate them by a few hours. Water tablets of the thiazide group raise calcium further when combined.

How to store Milical OD3 Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Milical OD3 Tablet

Before starting Milical OD3 Tablet, inform your doctor if you have kidney problems or if you have ever had kidney stones. Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medications, like antihypertensives, antibiotics, or medicines for heart disease or bone disorders. Inform your doctor if you are taking an iron supplement, as the absorption rate might be affected. Along with taking Milical OD3 Tablet, maintain a healthy lifestyle, include calcium-rich food in your diet, and exercise (regular weight-bearing exercise) with your doctor's advice.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Drug class:

Vitamin D / calcium supplement