Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Ronyd Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Alendronic Acid (70mg) + Vitamin D3 (5600IU)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassPAIN ANALGESICS
User Rating4.6
User Reviews533

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Goldcal Alen Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU Tablet Reviews

Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU is prescribed to treat osteoporosis. It prevents bone loss and helps in thickening of the bones. It also strengthens the muscles to support the body. It is a potent medicine used to prevent bone loss in women after menopause by rebuilding their bones.

Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU is best taken in an empty stomach. You should take it regularly at a fixed time each day. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. It may take several days to get the full benefit of this drug. Do not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is alright to stop. This medicine may only be part of a treatment program that may also include changes to your diet and taking other medicines and vitamin supplements.

The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, back pain, musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, indigestion, heartburn, and diarrhea. These are generally mild and usually resolve on their own. If they do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.

Before using this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. To make sure the medicine is safe for you, let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. You may need frequent medical tests to check your kidney function and mineral levels while on treatment with this medicine. You should avoid consuming large amounts of alcohol, as it can cause bone loss. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

How Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU Tablet Works

Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU is a combination of two medicines: Alendronic Acid and Vitamin D3 which treat osteoporosis. Alendronic Acid is a bisphosphonate. It works by suppressing the activity of osteoclasts, cells that cause destruction of bone. This strengthens the bone and minimizes the risk of fractures. Vitamin D3 helps protect your bones, both by increasing calcium absorption and by supporting muscles needed to avoid falls.

How to Use Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU Tablet

  • In Osteoporosis: Osteoporosis is a common condition that causes bones to become fragile and brittle so that they break (fracture) more easily. Fractures may be painful and restrict a person’s ability to carry out their normal daily tasks. Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU reduces the risk of a fracture occurring in osteoporosis. It also helps in the growth and development of bones as well as maintain strong bones. Since osteoporosis doesn’t usually have any symptoms such as pain (until a fracture occurs) you might not ‘feel’ any immediate benefit from your treatment with Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU. Keep taking it untill your doctor asks you to stop. Along with medicines, eat a balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D like dairy products, green leafy vegetables etc.

Uses of Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU Tablet

  • Osteoporosis

Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Driving  UNSAFE
Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU is not expected to have any effects but in rare cases, it may cause dizziness, severe muscle, joint and bone pain and eye pain or inflammation. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Liver  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Take care of your teeth and jaw while taking the Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU and for regular dental checkup while taking Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU. Take calcium and vitamin enriched diet.
  • Goldcal Alen 70mg/5600IU is used in the treatment of osteoporosis
  • Maintain an upright posture for 30 minutes after taking the medication so the medicine doesnot irritate your food pipe.
  • Take it on the same day each week, in the morning, at least 30 minutes before eating or drinking anything.
  • Side effects such as headache, back pain and indigestion may occur.

References

  1. European Medicine Agency. Cholecalciferol+Alendronate sodium trihydrate; 2015.
  2. Alendronate sodium/cholecalciferol [Prescribing Information]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck & Co., Inc.; 2013.

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