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Ancal Forte Tablet is a combination medicine primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies, low calcium levels (hypocalcaemia), osteoporosis, fractured bones, and joint pain. Ancal Forte Tablet supports healthy mineralisation of teeth and bones, increases calcium absorption, and increases bone density. This vitamin helps treat cramping in the muscles and overall weakness brought on by mineral deficiencies.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ruffles Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Ancal Forte Tablet

Ancal Forte Tablet is used to treat and prevent various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body. It helps make the bones stronger. Calcium deficiency makes the bones weak and brittle by decreasing bone density.

Ancal Forte Tablet contains multivitamins and multiminerals, which help increase calcium absorption and bone mineral density, which is important in lowering the risk of bone fractures and osteoporosis.

Ancal Forte Tablet may cause certain side effects like upset stomach, constipation, diarrhoea, gas, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects of Ancal Forte Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Ancal Forte Tablet if you're allergic to any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food), or hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels in the blood) before starting Ancal Forte Tablet . Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Ancal Forte Tablet .

Uses of Ancal Forte Tablet

Ancal Forte Tablet is used in the treatment of calcium deficiency and osteoporosis. The detailed uses of Ancal Forte Tablet are as follows:

  • Treats Calcium Deficiency: Ancal Forte Tablet helps replenish low calcium levels in the body, which are essential for healthy bones, teeth, and normal muscle and nerve function.
  • Manages Osteoporosis: Ancal Forte Tablet helps strengthen weak and brittle bones by increasing calcium absorption from the intestines, supporting bone mineralisation, and reducing the risk of fractures.

Key Benefits

  • Increases bone mineral density and calcium levels, strengthening teeth and bones.
  • Cures and prevents vitamin D and calcium deficiencies, particularly in postmenopausal women and the elderly.
  • Promotes bone growth and regeneration, lowering the risk of osteoporosis and fractures.
  • Transports calcium to bones with vitamin K2-7 and enhances calcium absorption with vitamin D3.
  • Helps lessen weakness and cramping in the muscles by supporting nerve and muscle function.
  • Zinc's presence promotes wound healing and immunity.
  • Keeps the blood vessels free of abnormal calcium buildup, protecting the heart and general health.

Directions for Use

  • Ancal Forte Tablet can be taken preferably after meals to enhance absorption and reduce stomach upset.
  • Follow your doctor’s recommendations on the dosage and timing of this medication to achieve optimal results.
  • Swallow Ancal Forte Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

How Ancal Forte Tablet Works

Ancal Forte Tablet contains calcium citrate, magnesium oxide, vitamin D3, vitamin K2-7 and zinc oxide. • Calcium citrate provides essential nutrients to maintain bone formation. • Vitamin D3 helps in improving the absorption rate of calcium from the stomach. • Magnesium oxide and Zinc oxide are minerals that provide essential nutrients to the body. • Vitamin K2 7 helps build and maintain bones.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Consuming alcohol may affect calcium absorption; hence it is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Ancal Forte Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Ancal Forte Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Seek medical advice from your doctor before taking Ancal Forte Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Please do not drive or operate machinery if you are experiencing any symptoms that impair your mental abilities or concentration.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Ancal Forte Tablet . Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Ancal Forte Tablet .

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

It is advised to seek a doctor's advice before starting Ancal Forte Tablet if you have kidney diseases like kidney stones or undergoing dialysis. Your doctor will weigh the potential risks and benefits before recommending Ancal Forte Tablet .

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Children

Consult your doctor

Not enough scientific data is available about the usage of Ancal Forte Tablet in children. Hence it is advised to consult your doctor.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Inform your doctor if you have heart disease before using Ancal Forte Tablet . Your doctor will recommend only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor before giving Ancal Forte Tablet to elderly patients. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the potential benefits outweigh the risks.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ancal Forte Tablet

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. Seek medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Healthy eating habits:

  • Add foods high in calcium, such as milk, curd, paneer, cheese, ragi, sesame seeds, and almonds.
  • Make sure you get enough vitamin D from foods like eggs, salmon, fortified milk, and mushrooms.
  • To promote bone health, consume meals high in protein (dal, legumes, eggs, lean meat).
  • To improve vitamin D synthesis, spend 15 to 20 minutes in the morning in the sun.
  • Reduce your intake of carbonated drinks, salt, and caffeine because they accelerate the loss of calcium.

Lifestyle modifications:

  • To strengthen your bones, engage in weight-bearing and strength-building activities such as yoga, stair climbing, and walking.
  • To reduce bone stress and fracture risk, maintain a healthy body weight.
  • Steer clear of alcohol and tobacco since they weaken bones and decrease the absorption of calcium.
  • Wearing appropriate footwear and maintaining well-lit living areas can help prevent falls and injuries.
  • To promote bone growth and general health, make sure you get enough sleep.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Ancal Forte Tablet to start to work: The time required for Ancal Forte Tablet to show its action is unknown. 

The time for which the effects of Ancal Forte Tablet last: The duration of action for Ancal Forte Tablet is clinically unknown.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Ancal Forte Tablet out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if you forget to take Ancal Forte Tablet

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time to make up for the missed one.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not use the Ancal Forte Tablet if you are known to be allergic to any components.
  • Please inform your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food), hypercalcemia (high calcium levels in the blood), or hypervitaminosis D (high vitamin D levels in the blood) before starting Ancal Forte Tablet .
  • Brief your medical history if you have kidney, liver, or heart disorders.
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Ancal Forte Tablet .
  • Drinking alcohol can affect calcium absorption; hence, limiting the alcohol intake while using Ancal Forte Tablet is advised.
  • Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines to rule out any side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Taking Ancal Forte Tablet with the following medications may cause adverse reactions.

  • Antibiotics (tetracycline, doxycycline)
    • Potential effect: May reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics.
  • Water pills (hydrochlorothiazide)
    Potential effect: May cause increased risk of hypercalcemia (elevated calcium levels).
  • Medicines used to treat irregular heartbeat (digoxin)
    • Potential effect: May increase the risk of irregular heartbeat.
  • Thyroid hormone (levothyroxine)
    • Potential effect: May reduce the absorption of other drugs.
  • Fits medicines (phenobarbital, phenytoin)
    • Potential effect: May reduce the effectiveness of Vitamin D

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid or reduce the intake of caffeine, soft drinks, and alcohol as they may inhibit calcium absorption.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have a history of the following conditions before taking Ancal Forte Tablet , as it may worsen your condition or cause complications.

  • Hypercalcemia (calcium level in your blood is above normal)
  • Hypervitaminosis D or Vitamin D toxicity (excessive amounts of vitamin D in your body)
  • Malabsorption or malabsorption syndrome (inability to absorb nutrients properly)
  • Kidney stones
  • Kidney, liver, heart disorders
  • Phosphate calcifications (accumulation of calcium)
  • Cardiac contraction/conduction
  • Renal dysfunction
  • Sarcoidosis (growth of small collections of inflammatory cells)
  • Electrolyte imbalance.
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Therapeutic Class

[MULTIMINERALS, VITAMINS]

FAQs

Ancal Forte Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called multivitamins, and multi minerals used to treat and prevent various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body. It helps make the bones stronger.

Ancal Forte Tablet is a dietary supplement used to treat calcium deficiency. It contains Calcium Citrate, Magnesium Oxide, Vitamin D3, Vitamin K2-7 and Zinc Oxide. Ancal Forte Tablet aids in the supply of calcium to the body as well as bone formation and maintenance. Ancal Forte Tablet also helps in bone mass restoration and reduces the likelihood of easy fractures.

Milk is often regarded as the finest source of calcium. You can take milk with Ancal Forte Tablet .

When used for an extended period of time, Ancal Forte Tablet can cause kidney stones due to excessive calcium deposition. If you have any kidney problems or a history of kidney stones, please consult your doctor before taking Ancal Forte Tablet as a daily supplement.

Ancal Forte Tablet is used to boost the body's calcium levels. Therefore, it is not recommended to take Ancal Forte Tablet if you have hypercalcemia since it causes calcium overload, leading to kidney stones and other side effects.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.

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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Trilokpur Road , Kala Amb. -173030
Other Info - ANC0063
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