Calcitriol, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin K2-7, L-Methylfolate, Zinc, Megnesium Softgel Capsules

Calcitriol, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin K2-7, and L-methylfolate Capsules come with the brand name “Atecal K2” and belong to the class of nutritional supplements, primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies. It effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (low levels of parathyroid hormone), and latent tetany (a muscle disease with low blood calcium levels). Nutritional deficiency occurs when the body is unable to absorb or get enough nutrients from food. 

Calcitriol, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin K2-7, and L-methylfolate Capsules consist of four medicines, namely: Calcium (mineral), Calcitriol (Vitamin D3), and Vitamin K2-7 (Menaquinone). Calcium is a mineral that helps prevent or treat low levels of calcium in the body. It’s essential for maintaining healthy bones. Calcitriol is a man-made form of Vitamin D3 that’s used to treat calcium deficiency and bone diseases in people with chronic kidney failure. It boosts Vitamin D levels, which helps improve the absorption of calcium from the intestine. Vitamin K2-7 helps keep bones strong by assisting in the transport of calcium from the bloodstream into the bones, thus maintaining bone density. L-methylfolate is used to treat or prevent low folate levels. 

Medical Benefits  

• This medicine is used to treat low blood calcium levels and various associated conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis, osteomalacia, hypoparathyroidism, and tetany. 
• Calcium is a mineral that prevents or treats calcium deficiency.  
• It helps to maintain bone and tooth health.  
• Calcitriol, a synthetic form of Vitamin D3, treats calcium deficiency with hypoparathyroidism (the decreased activity of the parathyroid glands) and metabolic bone diseases in people with chronic kidney failure by improving the absorption of calcium from the intestine.  
• Vitamin K2-7 helps maintain bone density by promoting calcium transport from the bloodstream into the bone.  
• What is L-methylfolate used for? 
• L-methylfolate is a form of B vitamin used to treat depression, megaloblastic anaemia, and renal and hepatic impairment.  

Dirеctions For Usе  

• Swallow it with a full glass of watеr unlеss dirеctеd othеrwisе.  
• Do not crush, brеak, or chеw this tablеt. 
• It is bеst to takе Calcitriol, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin K2-7, and L-methylfolate Capsules with mеals unlеss othеrwisе instructеd. 

Storagе 

• Shiеld it from sunlight. 
• Ensurе thе tablеt is out of rеach of childrеn. 
• Placе it in a cool and dry place. 

Precautions  

• Consult your doctor before taking this medicine as it may interact with central nervous system stimulants (amphetamine), anti-depressants (duloxetine), anti-ulcers (ranitidine), synthetic thyroid hormone (levothyroxine), painkillers (aspirin), antibiotics (doxycycline, ciprofloxacin), drugs treating bone loss (alendronate), weight-loss drugs (orlistat), and anti-cancer drugs (estramustine). 
• Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks, and alcohol as they may inhibit calcium absorption. 
• This medicine is not recommended for hypercalcemia, hypervitaminosis D, malabsorption syndrome, Vitamin D toxicity, kidney stones, sarcoidosis, Crohn’s disease, Whipple’s disease, achlorhydria, low levels of bile, and phosphate imbalance.  
• Calcitriol, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin K2-7, and L-methylfolate Capsules should be used in children only when advised by the doctor. 

Side Effects  

• Headache 
• Weakness 
• Tiredness 
• Vomiting 
• Loss of appetite 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

Is it safe to take this medicine if I’m on dialysis? 

If you’re undergoing dialysis, be cautious with this composition as it may cause calcium buildup, especially due to calcitriol. Only use it if your doctor advises, and consider following a low phosphate diet to manage phosphorus levels during dialysis. 

Will taking this medicine cause kidney stones? 

Yes, there’s a risk of kidney stones with prolonged use of it due to excess calcium buildup. It’s important to consult your doctor before starting this supplement if you have kidney issues or a history of kidney stones. 

Can I use this capsule if I have high calcium levels in my blood (hypercalcemia)? 

No, it’s not recommended to use it if you have hypercalcemia because it could worsen the condition by adding more calcium to your system, potentially leading to kidney stones and other complications.