Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's

Question 1

How does Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's work?

Accepted Answer

Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's contains Calcium and Alfacalcidol. Calcium provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. Alfacalcidol works by strengthening the bones by increasing the calcium and phosphate levels in the blood that are essential to forming healthy bones and teeth. It raises Vitamin D levels and thereby increases calcium levels in the blood.

Question 2

Is Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's used to treat osteomalacia?

Accepted Answer

Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's may be used to treat rickets or osteomalacia (softening and weakening of bones due to lack of calcium). Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's increases calcium levels in the body and helps in treating osteomalacia.

Question 3

Can I take Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's with levothyroxine?

Accepted Answer

You are not recommended to take Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's with levothyroxine as co-administration of these two medicines at the same time may reduce the effectiveness of levothyroxine. However, if you are supposed to take both medicines, you are advised to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 4 hours between taking Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's and levothyroxine.

Question 4

Does Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's cause kidney stones?

Accepted Answer

Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's may cause kidney stones due to the accumulation of high levels of calcium when used for a prolonged time. Therefore, please consult a physician before taking Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's if you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones.

Question 5

Can I take Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's if I have hypercalcaemia?

Accepted Answer

You are recommended to avoid taking Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's if you have hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels in the blood) as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, please inform your physician if you have hypercalcaemia before taking Alfacal Plus Capsule 10's.

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