K 1000 Chewable Tablets 30s

What it is used for: Bones & Joints Care.

Indications as listed by the manufacturer: K-1000 chewable tablets are used to prevent conditions related to calcium and Vitamin D3 deficiency such as: a) Osteoporosis b) Osteomalacia c) Hypoparathyroidism d) Musculoskeletal pain . K-1000 chewable tablets are also used to overcome calcium and Vitamin D3 deficiencies in certain populations and disease states such as:a) Postmenopausal women b) Bone recovery after fractures . K-1000 chewable tablets may also be used to prevent or treat bone-related disorders such as osteoporosis in people taking certain medication.

How it works: It is a combination product containing Calcium, Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) and Vitamin K2 (menaquinone-7) that helps strengthen bones and aids in the treatment/prevention of osteoporosis, osteomalacia, hypo-parathyroidism and other bone disorders or to overcome deficiencies of calcium and Vitamin D3 in certain populations and disease states. It is also used to improve and maintain bone mineral density (BMD), bone health and strength .

Active ingredient: Calcium , Vitamin D , Vitamin K2.

Reported side effects: Common: Constipation or stomach upset may occur. Uncommon: Hypercalcemia/hypercalciuria, Nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, unusual weight loss, mental/mood changes, change in the amount of urine, bone/muscle pain, headache, increased thirst, increased urination, weakness, tiredness, fast/pounding heartbeat. Rare: Serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing .

Known drug interactions: Calcium can decrease the absorption of other drugs such as tetracycline antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline, minocycline), bisphosphonates (e.g., alendronate), estramustine, levothyroxine, and quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin). There should be a gap of at least 4 hours when taking these drugs with K-1000. Certain medications can decrease the absorption of Vitamin D3 (bile acid sequestrants such as cholestyramine/colestipol, mineral oil, orlistat). There should be a gap of at least 4 hours when taking these drugs with K-1000. Patients co-treated with cardiac glycosides along with cholecalciferol may be susceptible to high calcium levels and should have ECG parameters and calcium levels monitored. It is recommended to reduce the dose or interrupt treatment if the calcium content in the urine exceeds 7.5 mmol/24 hours (300 mg/24 hours). Simultaneous administration of benzothiadiazine derivatives (thiazide diuretics increases the risk of hypercalcaemia because they decrease the calcium excretion in the urine. The calcium levels in plasma and urine should therefore be monitored for patients undergoing long-term treatment with calcium/Vitamin D3 supplementation.

Take 1 tablet daily after meals or as directed by the physician.

Active ingredient: Calcium , Vitamin D , Vitamin K2.

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

Manufactured by K 1000 Chewable Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd.. Country of origin: Pakistan.