📋 Indications & Clinical Dosage
*Prophylaxis & treatment of calcium and phosphorus deficiency in osteoporosis, rickets and osteomalacia, latent tetany, pregnancy & lactation:*
Susp: Adults: 1 to 2 tbsp daily before meals. Children: 1 to 2 tsp daily before meals.
Tab: Adult: 1-2 tab daily.
⛔ Contraindications
Hypercalcaemia, hypercalciuria
⚠️ Precautions & Warnings
History of renal stones, renal impairment, severe immobilisation
⚠️ Adverse Reactions / Side Effects
Diarrhoea, nausea, flushes.
📚 Official Regulatory & Clinical References
- Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP): Drug Registration, S.R.O. Price Gazettes & National Essential Medicines List (NEML).
- World Health Organization (WHO): Collaborating Centre for Drug Statistics Methodology (ATC/DDD Index).
- Formulary Standards: British National Formulary (BNF) & Pakistan National Formulary (PNF) guidelines.