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Specium Tablet

Medigen Life Sciences
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Composition FOR Specium 667mg Tablet

Calcium Acetate(667mg)

food interaction for Specium Tablet

alcohol interaction for Specium Tablet

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lactation interaction for Specium Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Specium Tablet is to be taken with food.
None
CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Specium Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Specium Tablet 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Specium Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Specium 667mg Tablet

Calcium Acetate(667mg)

Specium tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of High phosphate levels in blood.

How specium tablet works

Specium Tablet contains calcium acetate that binds with the phosphate in the food you eat, so that it gets eliminated from the body without being absorbed. In this way, high levels of phosphate in the blood are reduced.

Common side effects of specium tablet

Increased calcium level in blood, Nausea, Diarrhea

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Expert advice FOR Specium Tablet

  • Calcium Acetate is used to control high blood levels of phosphorus in people with kidney disease who are on dialysis.
  • Ask your doctor before using an antacid containing calcium while taking this medicine.
  • Do not take additional calcium supplements unless your doctor has told you to while on treatment with Calcium Acetate.
  • If you are on thyroid medication, take this medicine 4 hours before or 4 hours after you take the thyroid medicine.
  • Avoid taking any antibiotics along with Calcium Acetate. You may give a gap of 1-2 hours between the medicines.
  • Calcium Acetate is used to control high blood levels of phosphorus in people with kidney disease who are on dialysis.
  • Ask your doctor before using an antacid containing calcium while taking this medicine.
  • Do not take additional calcium supplements unless your doctor has told you to while on treatment with Calcium Acetate.
  • If you are on thyroid medication, take this medicine 4 hours before or 4 hours after you take the thyroid medicine.
  • Avoid taking any antibiotics along with Calcium Acetate. You may give a gap of 1-2 hours between the medicines.

Frequently asked questions FOR Specium 667mg Tablet

Calcium Acetate

Q. When should you not use Specium Tablet?
This medicine should not be used if you already have high calcium levels in your blood. Your doctor will advise you to get a blood test done before starting your treatment with Specium Tablet.
Q. Does Specium Tablet increase calcium levels?
Yes, Specium Tablet might increase the calcium levels in your blood. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like upset stomach, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle weakness, bone pain, and lack of energy. Your doctor might change your dose or prescribe you another medicine.
Q. Can I take antacid along with Specium Tablet?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids containing calcium along with Specium Tablet. Give a gap of atleast 2 hours between the medications.
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Q. Can I take antibiotics with Specium Tablet?
Avoid taking antibiotics along with this medicine since it can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth.
Q. Can Specium Tablet be used during breastfeeding?
Specium Tablet contains calcium acetate and is excreted in human milk. Breastfeeding by a<br>mother taking this medicine is not expected to harm an infant, provided maternal serum calcium levels are appropriately monitored.
Q. What happens if I miss a dose of Specium Tablet?
If you happen to miss a dose of Specium Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication.
Q. When should you not use Specium Tablet?
This medicine should not be used if you already have high calcium levels in your blood. Your doctor will advise you to get a blood test done before starting your treatment with Specium Tablet.
Q. Does Specium Tablet increase calcium levels?
Yes, Specium Tablet might increase the calcium levels in your blood. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like upset stomach, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle weakness, bone pain, and lack of energy. Your doctor might change your dose or prescribe you another medicine.
Q. Can I take antacid along with Specium Tablet?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids containing calcium along with Specium Tablet. Give a gap of atleast 2 hours between the medications.
Q. Can I take antibiotics with Specium Tablet?
Avoid taking antibiotics along with this medicine since it can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth.
Q. Can Specium Tablet be used during breastfeeding?
Specium Tablet contains calcium acetate and is excreted in human milk. Breastfeeding by a<br>mother taking this medicine is not expected to harm an infant, provided maternal serum calcium levels are appropriately monitored.
Q. What happens if I miss a dose of Specium Tablet?
If you happen to miss a dose of Specium Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication.

Content on this page was last updated on 28 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)