Description

The 2x Calperos 1000 set is a medicinal product that is a source of ionized calcium, for use in states of increased demand, osteoporosis, after fractures, and as a supportive treatment for allergies.

Composition

The active substance is: calcium carbonate ( Calcii carbonas ).

1 hard capsule contains 1000 mg of calcium carbonate, i.e. 400 mg of calcium ions.

Excipients: magnesium stearate, talc; gelatin capsule: titanium dioxide (E 171), indigo carmine (E 132), gelatin.

Dosage

Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as advised by your doctor or pharmacist.

• A drug for oral use.
• Take the medicine with a meal.

Adults: 1 capsule (400 mg of calcium) 1-3 times daily. Do not use more than 1200 mg of calcium ions, i.e. 3 Calperos 1000 capsules.

Action

Calperos 1000 contains calcium in the form of carbonate, which participates in the bone mineralization process. It also participates in nerve conduction and muscle contraction (including cardiac muscle contraction). It participates in the coagulation process and reduces the permeability of vascular walls (exhibiting anti-inflammatory, anti-edematous, and anti-allergic effects).

Indications

• states of increased demand for calcium: periods of intensive growth in children and adolescents and during pregnancy and lactation;
• improper nutrition with products low in calcium;
• impaired reabsorption of calcium from the renal tubules;
• reduced blood calcium levels with increased phosphorus levels in patients with chronic renal failure undergoing dialysis and prevention of increased neuromuscular excitability;
• prophylactically in the prevention and complementary treatment of osteoporosis;
• conditions after long-term immobilization and the period of recovery after bone fractures;
• supportive in the treatment of colds and allergic diseases.

Contraindications

When not to use Calperos 1000:

• if you are allergic to the active substance - calcium carbonate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine,
• in case of increased calcium concentration in the blood and excessive excretion of calcium in the urine (this phenomenon accompanies hyperthyroidism, parathyroidism, vitamin D overdose, decalcifying tumors, severe renal failure not treated with dialysis),
• in case of kidney stones,
• if you are taking cardiac glycosides,
• there is severe hypercalcuria (excessive excretion of calcium in the urine).

Side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Uncommon side effects (affects 1 to 10 people in 1,000):

• excessive calcium levels in the blood,
• excessive excretion of calcium in the urine.

Rare side effects (affects 1 to 10 people in 10,000):

• flatulence with passing gas,
• nausea, diarrhea, constipation,
• abdominal pain,
• itching, hives, rash.

Warnings and precautions

• If chronic renal failure occurs, it is necessary to monitor the levels of calcium and phosphorus in the blood.
• Concomitant use of high doses of Calperos and vitamin D may lead to excessive increase in calcium levels with subsequent kidney damage.
• If you are taking cardiac glycosides, you should discuss the use of Calperos with your doctor (taking both of them may lead to an intensification of the effect of glycosides and cause heart rhythm disturbances).
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not store above 25°C and protect from moisture.

Use of other medications

Please tell your doctor or pharmacist about all the medicines you are taking, have recently taken or might take, including medicines obtained without a prescription.

Calperos 1000 may interact with:

• thiazide diuretics,
• corticosteroids,
• tetracycline antibiotics, quinolones,
• cardiac glycosides,
• bisphosphonates and sodium fluoride,
• verapamil,
• other calcium channel blockers.

Taking the medicine with food and drink

It is recommended to take the medicine with a meal.

Oxalic acid (contained in high amounts in spinach and rhubarb) and phytic acid (contained in whole grains) may reduce calcium absorption due to the formation of insoluble calcium salts. Patients should not take calcium supplements within 2 hours of consuming foods high in oxalic or phytic acid.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Use of the drug in children and adolescents

The medicine is intended for adults.

Children (from 7 years of age) and adolescents can use Calperos 500 .