Idracal

Calcium carbonate, the active ingredient in Idracal, is a calcium supplement presented as an oral dosage form for oral use. It helps correct calcium deficiency and supports the prevention of osteoporosis and management of hypocalcemia in adults, particularly in postmenopausal women and individuals with low dietary calcium intake.

GNH USA supplies Idracal as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, pharmacies and clinics worldwide, with a focus on quality assurance and regulatory compliance across EU and other markets.

Idracal is used to address calcium‑related conditions and supports bone health. - Calcium deficiency: restores adequate calcium levels to support normal physiological functions. - Osteoporosis prevention: provides supplemental calcium to help maintain bone mineral density in at‑risk adults. - Hypocalcemia: supplies calcium ions to correct low serum calcium concentrations.

Calcium carbonate is generally well tolerated, but some users may experience adverse reactions.

Common Side Effects: - Gastrointestinal discomfort: bloating, flatulence, or mild abdominal pain. - Constipation: hard stools or reduced bowel movements. - Nausea: feeling of sickness or urge to vomit.

Serious or Rare Side Effects: - Hypercalcemia: elevated blood calcium levels causing weakness, confusion, or cardiac arrhythmia. - Kidney stones: formation of calcium‑oxalate calculi in susceptible individuals. - Allergic reaction: rash, itching, swelling, or difficulty breathing.

When using Idracal, consider the following precautions to ensure safe and effective use. - Assess calcium intake: evaluate dietary calcium and supplement use to avoid excess. - Monitor renal function: patients with kidney disease may be at higher risk for hypercalcemia. - Review medication list: certain drugs can affect calcium absorption or increase calcium levels. - Pregnancy and lactation: use only if prescribed, as safety data are limited. - Avoid in hypercalcemia: contraindicated in individuals with known high serum calcium. - Store at ambient temperature: keep below 25 °C, in the original container, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.

Calcium carbonate can interact with several medicines, altering their absorption or effect.

Major Interactions (Avoid): - Tetracycline antibiotics: calcium chelates the drug, reducing its absorption; separate dosing by at least 2 hours. - Fluoroquinolones (e.g., ciprofloxacin): similar chelation reduces antibiotic efficacy; separate administration. - Bisphosphonates: calcium interferes with oral bisphosphonate absorption; take bisphosphonate with water on an empty stomach.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely): - Levothyroxine: calcium may decrease thyroid hormone absorption; monitor thyroid function tests. - Iron supplements: concurrent intake can reduce absorption of both agents; stagger dosing. - Proton pump inhibitors: reduced stomach acidity may lower calcium carbonate dissolution; monitor calcium status.