Description

Cal-600 is a high-potency calcium supplement designed to support bone health and manage dietary calcium intake. Each tablet contains 1500 mg of calcium carbonate, providing 600 mg of elemental calcium. Some formulations also include Vitamin D3, enhancing calcium absorption and further supporting bone integrity.

Formulation

• Tablet Type: Available as film-coated or chewable tablets.
• Appearance: Brown, round, scored tablets embossed with 'Cal-600'.
• Packaging: Offered in bottles containing either 60 or 120 tablets.

Usage

Cal-600 is indicated for:

• Preventing and treating osteoporosis when dietary calcium is insufficient.
• Acting as a phosphate binder to manage blood phosphate levels in specific medical conditions.
• Ensuring adequate calcium intake in individuals with low blood calcium levels, such as those with hypocalcemia or osteomalacia.

Recommended For

• Pregnant, nursing, or postmenopausal women.
• Individuals on certain medications affecting calcium levels.

Benefits

• Supports bone mass, density, and strength.
• Helps prevent dietary calcium deficiency.

Directions

• Dosage: One or two tablets daily with fluid after meals, or as directed by a healthcare professional.
• Phosphate Binder Use: Take with food, ideally before meals containing phosphate.
• Administration: Tablets can be swallowed or chewed. If a dose is missed, skip it and continue with the next meal.

Additional Ingredients

• Carnauba wax
• Croscarmellose sodium
• Crospovidone
• Indigo carmine
• Lecithin
• Macrogol 3000
• Magnesium stearate
• Maltodextrin
• Microcrystalline cellulose
• Polyvinyl alcohol
• Purified talc
• Titanium dioxide

Features

• Free from added sugar, lactose, gluten, salt, preservatives, and flavourings.
• Scored tablets for easy splitting.

Storage

• Store below 25°C, away from light and moisture.

Regulatory Information

• Registered with the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG).
• ARTG IDs: 394275, 133806.
• Listed on the Repatriation Schedule of Pharmaceutical Benefits (RPBS).

Manufacturer

• Company: Maple Healthcare Pty Ltd and Petrus Pharmaceuticals.
• Country: Australia

Precautions

• Consult a healthcare professional if symptoms persist.
• Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
• Potential interactions with other medications; consult a doctor or pharmacist.
• Possible side effects include constipation or stomach upset.