Common Frequent urge to urinate, Belching, Constipation, Dryness in mouth, Loss of appetite, Stomach pain, Stomach upset.

Expert advice for Calcium Carbonate

Do not take calcium carbonate within 1-2 hours of taking other medicines. Calcium may decrease the absorption of the other medicines.
Should be taken after 2 hours of eating foods rich in oxalic acid (spinach and rhubarb), phosphate (bran), or phytinic acid (whole cereals).
Consult a doctor if you have Higher than normal levels of calcium in your  blood Mild to moderate problems with your kidneys (Kidney stones or Kidney failure). 

Q. What is supracal/shelcal 500/cipcal 500?
Shelcal, supracal, cipcal contain calcium carbonate along with vitamin D3

Q. What is it used for?
These preparations are used as a calcium supplements

Q. Is calcium carbonate/shelcal 500 chewable?
Yes, however it depends on dosage form available. If it is an oral tablet it has to be swallowed

Q. Is calcium carbonate a metal/ alkali/ base?
No, calcium carbonate is a mineral salt

Q. Does calcium carbonate cause kidney stones?
Calcium carbonate may cause kidney stones if taken at larger dose or for prolonged duration. Always consult your docctor regarding its use.

Common Frequent urge to urinate, Dryness in mouth, Bitter taste, Sluggishness, Constipation, Headache, Muscle pain, Loss of appetite, Weight loss, Bone pain, Abdominal pain, Nausea, Excessive thirst, Weakness, Vomiting.

Expert advice for Calcitriol

Do not take any other forms of Vitamin D unless your doctor suggests.
Take calcium supplements along with Vitamin D3 as suggested by your doctor.
Drink plenty of fluids (such as water) as it is important not to become dehydrated. 
Avoid using antacids without your doctor's advice. Some antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb calcitriol.
Consult your doctor if you notice a metallic taste in mouth, muscle or joint pain, headache or drowziness.

Q. Is calcitriol an OTC drug?
Calcitriol is not available as OTC drug

Q. Is calcitriol a hormone, is it vitamin D and is it same as vitamin D3?
Calcitriol is a steroid hormone, a form of Vitamin D, also called Vitamin D3

Q. Is Calcitriol lipid soluble?
Yes, Calcitriol is lipid soluble

Q. Is Calcitriol same as cholecalciferol?
Vitamin D3 has several forms: Cholecalciferol is an inactive, unhydroxylated form of vitamin D3, whereas Calcitriol (also called 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3) is the active form of D3

Q. Is Calcitriol a phosphate binder?
No, Calcitriol is not a phosphate binder

Q. What is Bio-D3 max, Bio-D3plus?
Bio-D3 Max and Bio D3 plus are combinational drugs which contains calcitriol

Q. What is rocaltrol capsule/is it generic/ is it vitamin D3/ is it vitamin D what is rocaltrol 0.25/ what it is used for/ is it gluten free/ is it available over the counter?
Rocaltrol is a trade (brand) name for synthetic calcitriol (form of vitamin D, vitamin D3). It is available as 0.25 and 0.5 mg capsules. Rocaltrol works by making your body absorb more calcium from your diet. This helps to form healthy bones and reduce bone damage. It is gluten free. Rocaltrol is not available over the counter.