INN monograph
Ca 134mg, Mg 68mg, K 17.2mg, P 16.87mg, Zn 2.63mg, Mn 0.82mg, B 0.68mg, Si 0.53mg, Cu 0.247mg, Vit A 842 I.U, Vit D 67 I.U, Vit C
Vitamins, Minerals & Nutrition · POM
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Kenya market
Wholesale / list prices where loaded
Risk first
Contraindications
No structured CI text — verify product SmPC.
Point of care
Dosing
Adult
Usually 1 OD
Paediatric
Weight-based — use paediatric formulary / SmPC.
Renal
Check SmPC; many renally cleared drugs need CrCl adjustment.
Hepatic
Check SmPC in significant liver disease.
Safety
Drug interactions
No structured interaction monograph text. Use the multi-drug checker and SmPC.
Safety
Adverse effects
ADR text pending — consult SmPC.
Use
Indications
- Dietary supplement in pregnancy and lactation, diabetes mellitus, those on diuretics, osteoporosis, osteopenia, and Post-menopause.
- Muscle cramps, calcium deficiency.
Pharmacology
Mode of action
Mechanism not yet curated for this INN — confirm SmPC.
ADME
Pharmacokinetics & PD
| Clinical PK/PD | Data pending. |
|---|
Kenya
Brands & prices
| Brand | Company | Pack | KES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcitron Caps | NERHADOU INTERNATIONAL | Standard Commercial Pack | — |
Special populations
Pregnancy & lactation
Pregnancy
See SmPC / obstetric guidance.
Lactation
See SmPC / lactation reference.
Diet
Food & alcohol
- Alcohol (Beer, Wine, Spirits) Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Ca 134mg, Mg 68mg, K 17.2mg, P 16.87mg, Zn 2.63mg, Mn 0.82mg, B 0.68mg, Si 0.53mg, Cu 0.247mg, Vit A 842 I.U, Vit D 67 I.U, Vit C. Alcohol may alter drug metabolism, enhance drowsiness, or exacerbate gastrointestinal irritation.
- Dietary Hydration & Meals Take Ca 134mg, Mg 68mg, K 17.2mg, P 16.87mg, Zn 2.63mg, Mn 0.82mg, B 0.68mg, Si 0.53mg, Cu 0.247mg, Vit A 842 I.U, Vit D 67 I.U, Vit C with a full glass of water. If gastrointestinal upset occurs, take with or after light meals.
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Sources & disclaimer
Source: MyDrugIndex clinical corpus
Decision support only — not a substitute for clinical judgment, product SmPC, or Kenya STG/EML.