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Shelcal M Tablet
Calcium carbonate (equivalent to elemental calcium 500 mg) + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol 250 IU)
Shelcal M Tablet is used for calcium and vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis/osteopenia, bone health support in elderly, pregnancy and lactation supplementation (as advised), adjunct in fracture healing.
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Key details
Salt: Calcium carbonate (equivalent to elemental calcium 500 mg) + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol 250 IU)
Available variants: tablet 15 Tablet
Price: ₹162 (₹10.77 per tablet)
Prescription: Not required
Manufacturer: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Ordering notes
Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Learn more
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Composition of Shelcal M Tablet
Shelcal M Tablet contains Calcium carbonate (equivalent to elemental calcium 500 mg) + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol 250 IU). It belongs to the Calcium supplement + Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) class of medicines.
Uses of Shelcal M Tablet
- Calcium
- Vitamin D deficiency
- Osteoporosis
- Osteopenia
- Bone health support in elderly
- Pregnancy
- Lactation supplementation (as advised)
- Adjunct in fracture healing
Benefits of Shelcal M Tablet
- In Vitamin D deficiency
- Shelcal M restores the vitamin D your body needs to absorb calcium from food, easing the bone aches, muscle weakness and tiredness that low vitamin D causes.
- In Low calcium
- Shelcal M replaces the calcium the body is short of, relieving muscle cramps, tingling and the other effects of a low calcium level.
- In Osteoporosis
- Shelcal M gives the bones the calcium and vitamin D they need to stay dense, slowing the thinning that leads to fractures of the hip, wrist and spine.
- In Bone health
- Shelcal M supports strong bones and teeth and helps muscles work properly, which matters most in growing children, in pregnancy and after the menopause.
How Shelcal M Tablet works
Calcium carbonate provides elemental calcium needed for bone mineralization and normal nerve/muscle function. Vitamin D3 increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate, helping maintain adequate serum calcium and supporting bone strength.
How to take Shelcal M Tablet
Oral tablet; take as directed by doctor, usually 1 tablet once or twice daily. Preferably take after food; swallow whole with water. Maintain a gap of 2–4 hours from iron, levothyroxine, tetracycline/quinolone antibiotics, or bisphosphonates.
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 Shelcal M Tablet
Most side effects of Shelcal M are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Constipation
- bloating
- gas
- stomach upset
- nausea
- belching
Stop the medicine and get help at once 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 Shelcal M Tablet
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingSAFE
- Generally considered safe while breastfeeding.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverSAFE
- No dose change is usually needed in liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Do not use in hypercalcemia, hypervitaminosis D, severe kidney disease, kidney stones (nephrolithiasis), or sarcoidosis unless advised. Use with caution in renal impairment; monitor calcium levels if on long-term/high-dose therapy. Excess intake may cause hypercalcemia (thirst, vomiting, confusion, frequent urination).
Do not take Shelcal M 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/levofloxacin), bisphosphonates (e.g., alendronate), iron salts, magnesium/zinc supplements, thiazide diuretics, digoxin, corticosteroids
How to store Shelcal M Tablet
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.
Quick tips for Shelcal M 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.
Related lab tests
People taking Shelcal M are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Therapeutic class:
- Vitamin and mineral supplement (Calcium/Vitamin D)
- Drug class:
- Calcium supplement + Vitamin D (cholecalciferol)
Substitutes for Shelcal M Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Calcium carbonate (equivalent to elemental calcium 500 mg) + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol 250 IU)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Shelcal M Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wincal D3 TabletMAS LIFE SCIENCE | tablet · 15`S | ₹110 | 32% cheaper |
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Shelcal M Tablet FAQs
What is Shelcal M Tablet used for?
Shelcal M Tablet is commonly used for Calcium and vitamin D deficiency, osteoporosis/osteopenia, bone health support in elderly, pregnancy and lactation supplementation (as advised), adjunct in fracture healing. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Shelcal M Tablet?
Vitamin D deficiency: Shelcal M restores the vitamin D your body needs to absorb calcium from food, easing the bone aches, muscle weakness and tiredness that low vitamin D causes. It is also used for low calcium, osteoporosis, bone health.
What is the salt in Shelcal M Tablet?
Shelcal M Tablet contains Calcium carbonate (equivalent to elemental calcium 500 mg) + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol 250 IU). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Shelcal M Tablet?
Oral tablet; take as directed by doctor, usually 1 tablet once or twice daily. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Shelcal M Tablet work?
Calcium carbonate provides elemental calcium needed for bone mineralization and normal nerve/muscle function.
Is Shelcal M Tablet a prescription medicine?
No. Shelcal M Tablet is available over the counter (OTC), no prescription is required. However, it is always safer to consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.
What are the common side effects of Shelcal M Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Shelcal M are Constipation, bloating, gas, stomach upset, nausea. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Shelcal M Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Shelcal M Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Shelcal M.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Shelcal M Tablet?
Limit alcohol while taking Shelcal M Tablet; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Shelcal M Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Shelcal M Tablet habit forming?
No. Shelcal M Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Shelcal M Tablet?
Wincal D3 Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹110 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Shelcal M Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Shelcal M Tablet starts at ₹162 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 15 Tablet. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Shelcal M Tablet?
Shelcal M Tablet is manufactured by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Shelcal M Tablet delivered?
Shelcal M Tablet is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Shelcal M Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Calcium carbonate (equivalent to elemental calcium 500 mg) + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol 250 IU)
- Form
- tablet
- Price
- ₹162 (₹10.77 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Not required (OTC)
- Brand
- Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Manufacturer
- Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Therapeutic class
- Vitamin and mineral supplement (Calcium/Vitamin D)
- Drug class
- Calcium supplement + Vitamin D (cholecalciferol)
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 15 Tablet
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- Manufacturer labeling
- Indian Pharmacopoeia/compendial standards, established medical literature on calcium and vitamin D supplementation
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Shelcal M Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.