Zyncal D3 Tablet

Composition of Zyncal D3 Tablet

Zyncal D3 Tablet contains Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) (strengths unknown). It belongs to the Calcium supplement with Vitamin D analog class of medicines.

Uses of Zyncal D3 Tablet

• Prevention and treatment of calcium and vitamin D deficiency
• adjunct in osteoporosis/osteopenia
• support for bone health in elderly
• post-menopausal women
• and during periods of increased requirement.

Key benefits

• Helps prevent/treat calcium and vitamin D deficiency
• Supports bone strength and mineralization
• Aids in osteoporosis management
• Supports muscle function and reduces cramps due to deficiency

How Zyncal D3 Tablet works

Calcium supplementation helps maintain normal bone mineralization and supports muscle and nerve function. Vitamin D3 increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate, improving bone strength and correcting deficiency.

How to take Zyncal D3 Tablet

Take orally as directed by a physician, usually once daily after food. Swallow the tablet with water; do not exceed recommended dose. Maintain adequate hydration.

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 Zyncal D3 Tablet

Most side effects of Zyncal D3 are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Constipation
• bloating
• gas
• nausea
• stomach upset
• metallic taste

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 Zyncal D3 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with kidney disease, kidney stones, hypercalcemia, hyperparathyroidism, sarcoidosis, or severe dehydration. Excess intake may cause high calcium levels (symptoms: nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, increased urination). Periodic monitoring of serum calcium/vitamin D may be needed if used long-term or at high doses.

Do not take Zyncal D3 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

Thiazide diuretics (risk of hypercalcemia), digoxin/cardiac glycosides (arrhythmia risk with hypercalcemia), tetracyclines and quinolones (reduced antibiotic absorption—separate by 2-6 hours), levothyroxine (reduced absorption—separate by 4 hours), bisphosphonates (separate dosing), corticosteroids (reduced calcium absorption), antiepileptics like phenytoin/carbamazepine (reduce vitamin D effect).

How to store Zyncal D3 Tablet

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

Expert advice for Zyncal D3 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:

PROCARE PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Vitamins and minerals (Calcium supplement)

Drug class:

Calcium supplement with Vitamin D analog