Calci
Generic: Calcium Pantothenate
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Same active generic (Calcium Pantothenate), same form (Injection), exact same strength (100 mg/2 ml)No other brands currently registered with this exact active generic and dosage form.
Clinical Prescribing Information
Medical monograph and safety information for healthcare professionals & patients.Indications & Clinical Uses
Calci is used as supplementation of calcium, pregnancy, lactation, Childhood rickets, Osteomalacia, Osteoporosis.
Dosage & Administration
Slow intravenous or deep intramuscular as required or as directed by physician.
Contraindications
Contraindicated in patients with hypercalcaemia, hypercalciuria.
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Mild gastrointestinal disturbances, bradicardia, arrythmia and irritation after IV injection
Warnings & Precautions
Renal impairment, sarcoidosis, concurrent administration of thiazide diuretics may increase the risk of hypercalcaemia.
Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action
Calcium salt of pantothenic acid which is very essential for the supplementation of calcium in the body. Calcium pantothenate neutralizes gastric acid in peptic ulcer disease and gives supplementary dietary calcium by reducing serum phosphate concentration which ultimately ensures the deposition of calcium phosphate in bone and soft tissue.