CALTEN D 500MG TABLET contains Calcium carbonate and Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) which belongs to the group of medicines called Calcium supplements and Vitamin derivatives respectively. It is used to manage calcium deficiency (low levels of calcium in blood).  

Low levels of calcium are associated with poor dietary intake of calcium, mainly seen during pregnancy and lactation. CALTEN D 500MG TABLET is also used for the management of osteoporosis (bones become brittle and fragile), osteomalacia (softening of bones), rickets (abnormal calcification, softening and distortion of the bones typically resulting in bowlegs) and hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormones).   

Patients undergoing management with CALTEN D 500MG TABLET will be asked to monitor their plasma levels of calcium frequently to avoid hypercalcemia (increased calcium levels).   

CALTEN D 500MG TABLET can be used during pregnancy and breast-feeding only if advised by the doctor. However, consult your doctor before taking to understand required dosages that helps to manage hypercalcemia and reduce the harm of the baby.  

CALTEN D 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with hypervitaminosis D (increased levels of vitamin D in blood), kidney stones, diseases that increases calcium levels in blood and urine (Ex. hyperparathyroidism).     

CALTEN D 500MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with sarcoidosis (growth of tiny collection of inflammatory cells or granulomas in any part of the body), immobilised patients with osteoporosis (brittle bones), malignancies (abnormal growth of cells) and impaired renal function.   

The most common side effects of taking CALTEN D 500MG TABLET includes nausea, vomiting, constipation, excess gas, dry mouth, loss of hunger and acid refluxes. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.