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Calcimax P suspension Doses
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Could you please suggest if Calcimax -P can be given to a newborn baby. And what should be the dose. Is it 1.5Ml 2 times ?
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Usual dose in newborn: 0.5 mL once daily (or as prescribed by pediatrician). Should be given after feeding to avoid vomiting or regurgitation.
Usually prescribed when:
Baby is exclusively breastfed (low vitamin D in breast milk)
There’s concern about rickets, low calcium, or poor bone mineralization
As supportive care in preterm or low birth weight babies
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Why it’s needed: Supports healthy bones and teeth, Prevents vitamin D deficiency and rickets.
How to give: Use dropper provided. Can be given directly into the mouth or mixed with a small amount of milk.
Continue till when: Usually continued till at least 1 year in breastfed infants. May be adjusted based on diet, formula use, or blood tests.
Side effects: Rare in proper doses.
Excessive intake may cause constipation, vomiting, or hypercalcemia.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, Shake well before use.
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Each 10 ml of calcimax P contains 300mg of elemental calcium ie 30mg/ ml . Every calculation in pediatrics is based on body weight of the baby.
1.5 ml twice a day is equal to 90mg of elemental calcium. Considering a body weight of 3 kg that is 30mg/kg of calcium
Calcium is generally advised only to babies born preterm. Cumulative dosages are around 120-220 mg/kg/ day.
It's a little difficult to tell you why calcium has been recommended for your baby.
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consult your pediatrician regarding dosage.
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Calcimax P has zinc and magnesium in addition to Vit D,Calcium and phosphorus.
Only calcium and phosphorus and vit D is sufficient for newborn..
Why to give extra magnesium and zinc
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consult once
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