Natecal D melting tablets 120 pcs

What is Natecal D and when is it used?

Natecal D is a combination of calcium carbonate and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol).

The preparation is suitable as a calcium and vitamin D supplement in adults with calcium and vitamin D deficiencies or in persons at high risk of a deficiency (e.g. insufficient consumption of dairy products, insufficient exposure to the sun) and to support a specific osteopathy porose therapy in patients with a proven or high risk of simultaneous calcium and vitamin D deficiency.

What should be considered?

Note for diabetics: 1 orodispersible tablet contains 602.7 mg of carbohydrates = 10.094 kJ (2.411 kcal).

When should Natecal D not be used?

In the event of hypersensitivity to an ingredient, in the event of an increased Calcium levels in the blood (hypercalcaemia), increased calcium excretion in the urine (hypercalciuria), severely impaired kidney function (renal insufficiency), kidney or bladder stones, existing vitamin D treatment.

Natecal D must not be used if you have phenylketonuria.

When should caution be exercised when taking Natecal D?

Since Natecal D already contains vitamin D, additional vitamin D intake should only be done under medical supervision r supervision to avoid an overdose.In the case of prolonged treatment and/or slightly impaired kidney function, it is recommended to have the amount of calcium excreted in the urine checked. Depending on the result, your doctor will reduce or even interrupt the treatment.

In the case of treatment with digitalis preparations (heart glycosides) or thiazidiuretics (diuretic agents), an administration of calcium in combination with vitamin D requires regular surveillance: In these cases you must consult your doctor or your cardiologist.

In the case of treatment with a biphosphonate, sodium fluoride, cholestyramine, iron preparations or paraffin, a time interval of at least 2 hours should be observed before taking Natecal. > Natecal D should not be taken at the same time with food that contains oxalic acid, phosphate or phytin, e.g. spinach, rhubarb, clever or soybean products. These products can hinder the absorption of calcium. An interval of at least 2 hours should be observed.

Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or are taking other medicines (including those you bought yourself) or use them externally!

Can Natecal D be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, you should not take Natecal D unless expressly prescribed by a doctor.

How do you use Natecal D?

Older adults take 1 to 2 orodispersible tablets per day.Dissolve the tablet in your mouth without water. The tablet dissolves in a few minutes and has a slight tingling effect.

Natecal D is not intended for use in children and adolescents under the age of 18.

Follow the dosage given in the package insert or prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

What side effects can Natecal D have?

The following side effects can occur when taking Natecal D:Uncommon: increased calcium levels in the blood and increased excretion in the urine.Rare: mild gastrointestinal disorders (such as flatulence, nausea, abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhea), itching, skin rash, urticaria.If you notice any side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor or pharmacist.

What else needs to be considered?

Store Natecal D at room temperature (15-25 °C) in the Keep the original packaging and out of the reach of children.

The drug should only be used by the date marked "Expiry" on the pack.

Use-by date after first opening the container: 60 days.

Your doctor or pharmacist can provide you with further information. These people have detailed specialist information.

What does Natecal D contain?

Active ingredients: 1500 mg calcium carbonate (equivalent to 600 mg calcium), cholecalciferolum (vitamin D) 400 IU.Excipients: aspartame, orange flavor and other excipients.

Authorization number

61363 (Swissmedic ).

Where can you get Natecal D? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription.

Packs of 60 and 120 orodispersible tablets.

Authorization holder

Effik SA, 1260 Nyon.

This package leaflet was last checked by the medicines authority (Swissmedic) in October 2012..