bone-c plus capsule - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is bone-c plus capsule used for?
Bone-C Plus Capsule (Calcium + Calcitriol) is used to treat VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS. It contains Calcium (200mg) + Calcitriol (0.25mcg), which Calcitriol binds to vitamin D receptor (VDR), increasing intestinal absorption o. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Calcium + Calcitriol
- Manufacturer: Wiscon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ bone-c plus capsule Uses & Benefits
Osteoporosis, Hypocalcemia, Renal osteodystrophy, Vitamin D deficiency, Postmenopausal bone loss
Off-label uses: Psoriasis (topical calcitriol), Secondary hyperparathyroidism
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Calcium + Calcitriol |
| Brand Name | Bone-C Plus Capsule |
| Manufacturer | Wiscon Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS |
| Action Class | Vitamin D Analog + Calcium Supplement |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Calcitriol binds to vitamin D receptor (VDR), increasing intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate. Calcium provides substrate for bone mineralization and neuromuscular function.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take bone-c plus capsule
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of bone-c plus capsule
โ Common Side Effects
- Hypercalcemia
- Hypercalciuria
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Headache
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe hypercalcemia
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Renal calculi
- Pancreatitis
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Allergic reactions
- Metabolic alkalosis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Digitalis glycosides | Major | Increased risk of hypercalcemia-induced arrhythmias |
| Thiazide diuretics | Major | Increased risk of hypercalcemia |
| Orlistat | Major | Reduced absorption of calcitriol |
| Bile acid sequestrants | Major | Reduced absorption of calcitriol |
| Corticosteroids | Moderate | Reduced calcium absorption and increased bone loss |
| Phenytoin | Moderate | Increased metabolism of calcitriol |
| Barbiturates | Moderate | Increased metabolism of calcitriol |
| Fluoroquinolones | Moderate | Reduced absorption of fluoroquinolones |
| Magnesium-containing antacids | Minor | Possible hypermagnesemia |
| Tetracyclines | Minor | Reduced absorption of tetracyclines |
| Sucralfate | Minor | Reduced absorption of calcium |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Digitalis glycosides
- Thiazide diuretics
- Orlistat
- Bile acid sequestrants
โก Moderate Interactions
- Corticosteroids
- Phenytoin
- Barbiturates
- Fluoroquinolones
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Magnesium-containing antacids
- Tetracyclines
- Sucralfate
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
High oxalate foods (spinach, rhubarb) reduce calcium absorption, High phytate foods (cereals, legumes) reduce calcium absorption, Vitamin D-rich foods enhance absorption
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Chronic alcohol use may reduce calcium absorption and increase risk of osteoporosis.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypercalcemia, Hypercalciuria, Vitamin D toxicity, Severe renal impairment, Hypersensitivity to any component
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Serum calcium, Serum phosphate, Urinary calcium excretion, Renal function, Bone mineral density
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Calcium and calcitriol are excreted in breast milk; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Discontinue drug, monitor serum calcium, treat hypercalcemia (hydration, loop diuretics, calcitonin, bisphosphonates).
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.