Shelcal Ct Side Effects- 84 Questions Answered

What are the side effects on skin of taking shelcal 500 and how severe can it be for a woman in her 50s

Asked for Female, 55 Years 2424 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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Usually no problem...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

On starting of the second trimester is it safe to take shelcal-M tablets. I could feel dizziness and pain in my pelvic region along with frequent defecation. Is it safe to continue the above tablet or I could take an alternative suppliment?

Asked for Male, 30 Years 953 Views v

Dr. Savitha GGynecologist | Bangalore

Shelcal is not the cause ... Read More

Can 2-3 thorax CT scans cause cancer in females ? How true is that ? What are their side effects ?

Asked for Female, 34 Years 127 Views v

Dr. Amruth SindhuPulmonologist | Bangalore

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same ... Read More

My mother is 65 years old and In prescription- doctor advised her to take one Shelcal tab in a day I can see following online shelcal tab, please guide me which shelcal medicine is good to buy --Shelcal - 500 Tablet, Shelcal - HD Tablet, Shelcal-CT Tablet, Shelcal-OS Tablet, Shelcal-HD 12 Tablet, Shelcal-M Tablet, Shelcal 250 mg Tablet, Shelcal-K

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Asked for Female, 65 Years 20763 Views v

Dr. Vikram CheryalaGeneral Physician | Hyderabad

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Tab. Shelcal 500 is plain Calcium carbonate. Tab. Shelcal HD is Calcium carbonate and Vitamin D3. Tab. Shelcal CT has Calcium carbonate and calcitriol - generally for patients kidney and parathyroid ... Read More

I have done ct entrography in Jan and after 5 months gap in may. Will there be any side effects for Ct scans due to high radiations iam I at the risk of cancer ? I have read in internet that ct scan is dangerous

Asked for Male, 20 Years 2062 Views v

Dr. Rahul PoddarLaparoscopic Surgeon | Ghaziabad

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Two ct scans are not that high radiation exposures. Commonly done. So don't worry. ... Read More

I underwent 2 chest CT scans with an interval of 4 months(during covid and post covid). Are there any side effects of CT scan which can be seen anytime later in life ?

Asked for Female, 31 Years 221 Views v

Dr. Nishant Kumar JaiswalPublic Health Medicine Specialist | Lucknow

very minimal these days ... Read More

I'm a mother of a 1 year old(iugr baby) and have been taking shelcal since his birth. I'm still breastfeeding him. How long should I take shelcal? Will it not cause side effects?

Asked for Female, 30 Years 207 Views v

Dr. Varnica PsycheGynecologist/Obstetrician | Chennai

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Continue till you are breastfeeding ... Read More

My husband, currently being treated for HP Gastritis, underwent CT scan. He is having fever, body pain, slight chills and restless since the scan. Took a dolo 650 five hours back. Having lots of water but effects yet to subside. Please advise.

Asked for Male, 37 Years 131 Views v

Dr. Atul RenjitGastroentrology Surgeon | New Delhi

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Can have contrast allergy Visit nearest hospital ... Read More

My left arm has been paining/discomforting for about 2 months. I undergone ECG, EcHO & TMT. Dr said everything looks good. My trigliciride cholesterol levels are high (300). I'm using rosufit10 for about two months. How long should I have to use tablet. I used 'Gabapin plus 100' for muscle pain for 30days(didn't help). I'm planning for a CT ang

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Asked for Male, 34 Years 333 Views v

Dr. R.VimalkumarCardiologist | Chennai

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Ct angiogram involves radiation and contrast exposure. Take cholesterol tablet for 3 months along with diet and exercise. After that try to keep cholesterol levels under control with diet and exercise ... Read More

I am on ayurvedic medicine for diabetes. Last month as per report doctor suggested me to take Shelcal. But i forget to take. But when last week I had taken 1st dose of Shelcal in afternoon nothing happened, but after half an hour of dinner vomiting started. Again next morning when I had taken Shelcal after breakfast, same vomiting after 1/2 hour.

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Asked for Male, 40 Years 90 Views v

Dr. Ajay Pal SinghSexologist | Delhi

Just give half hour gap between both ... Read More

I'm a vegetarian on my 13th week of pregnancy. Doctor has suggested Shelcal HD which I later got to know is not a vegetarian product (it has oyester shell extract). Any vegetarian pregnancy safe alternates for this?

Asked for Female, 32 Years 16 Views v

Dr. Ankita GahlotObstetrician | Bangalore

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You're right that Shelcal HD contains calcium sourced from oyster shell, so it isn't vegetarian. What your pregnancy actually needs is the calcium and vitamin D3 in it, not that specific brand, so a s ... Read More

Hi My mother age 73 she had neck pain cervical pain and nerve pain in head she took MRI scan for brain and cervical on June 27 doctor again prescribed for CT scan for cervical and lungs and Xray for cervical. Is there any problem because of radiation last month 27 only she took MRI for brain and cervical of again exposong CT and xray means is that

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Asked for Female, 44 Years 63 Views v

Dr. R S DisodiaGeneral Physician | Gurgaon

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MRI radiation risk is zero While once exposed to CT and X-ray is with in normal radiation limit ... Read More

"Since I am unable to swallow tablets, I put the Shelcal XT tablet in my mouth, take some water, crush it, and then swallow it. Is it okay to take it that way?"

Asked for Male, 25 Years 49 Views v

Dr. Karunya SGeneral Physician | Pudukkottai

Yes..U can take like that. ... Read More

"Since I am unable to swallow tablets, I put the Shelcal XT tablet in my mouth, take some water, crush it, and then swallow it. Is it okay to take it that way?"

Asked for Male, 25 Years 56 Views v

Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal MakadiaOrthopedic surgeon | Ahmedabad

Yes, its fine ... Read More

I am 22 weeks pregnant and I missed one dose of Shelcal XT tablet . Is it harmful. Can I continue taking it same as before from next day? Any effect on baby?

Asked for Female, 31 Years 438 Views v

Dr. K SupriyaGynecologist | Bhilai

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Connect please ... Read More

DV 60k in the afternoon once a week and Shelcal XT at after dinner prescribed for me for 6 th month pregnancy going on. Both are high in vitamin D value. Is it safe for body to absorb so much vitamin D in a day. Is it recommended. In pregnancy both medications are advised. Any side effects?please advise.

Asked for Female, 31 Years 190 Views v

Dr. Pushpa GourGynecologist | Bhopal

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Consult please. ... Read More

Hi. I am 5 months pregnant. Now doctor has prescribed me Shelcal XT instead of Shelcal HD 500 . Is Shelcal XT is safe during pregnancy?

Asked for Female, 31 Years 329 Views v

Dr. K SupriyaGynecologist | Bhilai

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I am 5 months pregnant and now taking Shelcal HD 500. Now I am asked to take Shelcal XT. Are both same composition. Is Shelcal XT is better than Shelcal HD in pregnancy. Kindly advise.

Asked for Female, 31 Years 1135 Views v

Dr. Chaithra LGynecologist/Obstetrician | Chickmagalur

Both are same in terms of calcium dose. Shelcal XT also has Vitamins B12, B6. So you can take ... Read More

I have calcium deficiency and i have extreme hair shedding, which I know is because of the deficiency and can see alot of times joint pain etc , Someone suggested shelcal 500 to me, please let me know if it's safe to take or not? My diet is perfect but i think thats not enough and is not supporting my gut health and skin and hair health as well. P

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Asked for Female, 20 Years 488 Views v

Dr. K SupriyaGynecologist | Bhilai

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Hi Doctor, I am 4 month pregnant. Can I take shelcal 500 tablet twice daily after food in the morning and night. I am taking iron tablet -orofer xt 1 tablet after food in the afternoon. Thyronim 50 mcg tablet early morning before food. Thanks .

Asked for Female, 28 Years 83 Views v

Dr. Jaideep PalwadeGynecologist/Obstetrician | Pune

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Yes. U can. ... Read More

In 5 months pregnancy , if I take shelcal XT instead of Shelcal 500 will it be unsafe for baby? I am also taking iron tablets, orofer Xt pl tell if shelcal xt is safe

Asked for Male, 32 Years 1545 Views v

Dr. K SupriyaGynecologist | Bhilai

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Connect please ... Read More

Can there be any adverse effects on breasts in females if they undetake 2-3 hrct thorax scans ? Is it definitive to see any consequences later in life ?

Asked for Female, 34 Years 92 Views v

Dr. Prince George VarughesePulmonologist | Ernakulam

Hi There is no definite number as such. Varies from person to person and indication for scan What was the reason for taking hrct scan and what was the interval between each scan ... Read More

Good day Kindly advise how long is it safe to take Shelcal joints for osteoarthritic pain ? After how much gap can it be repeated?

Asked for Male, 42 Years 794 Views v

Dr. Mahesh BrungiSpine and Pain Specialist | Cuddapah

Hello U can use 3-6 months Then give a break for 3 months ... Read More

Hi I am recovering from jaundice, I am having muscle ache, please suggest calcium supplement which are safe on jaundice, Is shelcal safe?

Asked for Male, 32 Years 192 Views v

Dr. Vivek SinghGeneral Physician | Delhi

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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can hel ... Read More

I am in my 2nd trimester of pregnancy. I am taking Gemcal XT Or Gemcal tablets. These medicines are quite expensive (325/- for 15tables). Please let me know shelcal tablet is also equally good? May I take shelcal instead id gemcal? Shelcal is 15tablets for 92/-. (FYI I am also taking iron tablets). Thank you.

Asked for Female, 31 Years 1722 Views v

Dr. Vijaya GuptaGynecologist | Chandigarh

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Yes u can ... Read More

I want to know that whether Shelcal 500 is a chewable tablet or a swallowing tablet?? Please guide.

Asked for Male, 31 Years 286 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Saraf AgarwalOrthopedist | Visakhapatnam

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Kindly consult me for complete discussion on this matter ... Read More

Sir I had total 4 cts scans with 3yrs gap 2 leg ct scan one Head CT scan 1 PNS ct scan How much % chances are there me to get cancer sir

Asked for Male, 22 Years 296 Views v

Dr. Sana MehreenGeneral Practitioner | Aurangabad

Nothing to worry...there is no chance ... Read More

I had 2 chest CT scans with a gap of 4 months and an xray too during these 4 months.Can you advise if this can affect the breast tissue or any organ exposed in radiation later in life ?

Asked for Female, 31 Years 107 Views v

Dr. Tejeswi Das ChelluboyinaGeneral Surgeon | Hyderabad

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Definitely yes.... Every exposure increases the effect.... These investigation should be done only if necessary ... Read More

I had 2 CT Scans with a gap of 4 months(during covid and post covid phase? Can they harm anytime later in life ?

Asked for Female, 31 Years 148 Views v

Dr. K Prashanth KumarPulmonologist | Hyderabad

Nooo ... Read More

What is the difference between shelcal M and XT which one is better for vitamin D deficiency along with tayo 60k a week ( my vitamin d is 20 )

Asked for Male, 25 Years 1138 Views v

Dr. Laxmikant E. DasariGeneral Physician | Solapur

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What are the side effects on skin of taking shelcal 500 and how severe can it be for a woman in her 50s

On starting of the second trimester is it safe to take shelcal-M tablets. I could feel dizziness and pain in my pelvic region along with frequent defecation. Is it safe to continue the above tablet or I could take an alternative suppliment?

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Can 2-3 thorax CT scans cause cancer in females ? How true is that ? What are their side effects ?

I have done ct entrography in Jan and after 5 months gap in may. Will there be any side effects for Ct scans due to high radiations iam I at the risk of cancer ? I have read in internet that ct scan is dangerous

I underwent 2 chest CT scans with an interval of 4 months(during covid and post covid). Are there any side effects of CT scan which can be seen anytime later in life ?

I'm a mother of a 1 year old(iugr baby) and have been taking shelcal since his birth. I'm still breastfeeding him. How long should I take shelcal? Will it not cause side effects?

My husband, currently being treated for HP Gastritis, underwent CT scan. He is having fever, body pain, slight chills and restless since the scan. Took a dolo 650 five hours back. Having lots of water but effects yet to subside. Please advise.

I'm a vegetarian on my 13th week of pregnancy. Doctor has suggested Shelcal HD which I later got to know is not a vegetarian product (it has oyester shell extract). Any vegetarian pregnancy safe alternates for this?

"Since I am unable to swallow tablets, I put the Shelcal XT tablet in my mouth, take some water, crush it, and then swallow it. Is it okay to take it that way?"

"Since I am unable to swallow tablets, I put the Shelcal XT tablet in my mouth, take some water, crush it, and then swallow it. Is it okay to take it that way?"

I am 22 weeks pregnant and I missed one dose of Shelcal XT tablet . Is it harmful. Can I continue taking it same as before from next day? Any effect on baby?

Hi. I am 5 months pregnant. Now doctor has prescribed me Shelcal XT instead of Shelcal HD 500 . Is Shelcal XT is safe during pregnancy?

I am 5 months pregnant and now taking Shelcal HD 500. Now I am asked to take Shelcal XT. Are both same composition. Is Shelcal XT is better than Shelcal HD in pregnancy. Kindly advise.

Hi Doctor, I am 4 month pregnant. Can I take shelcal 500 tablet twice daily after food in the morning and night. I am taking iron tablet -orofer xt 1 tablet after food in the afternoon. Thyronim 50 mcg tablet early morning before food. Thanks .

In 5 months pregnancy , if I take shelcal XT instead of Shelcal 500 will it be unsafe for baby? I am also taking iron tablets, orofer Xt pl tell if shelcal xt is safe

Can there be any adverse effects on breasts in females if they undetake 2-3 hrct thorax scans ? Is it definitive to see any consequences later in life ?

Good day Kindly advise how long is it safe to take Shelcal joints for osteoarthritic pain ? After how much gap can it be repeated?

Hi I am recovering from jaundice, I am having muscle ache, please suggest calcium supplement which are safe on jaundice, Is shelcal safe?

I want to know that whether Shelcal 500 is a chewable tablet or a swallowing tablet?? Please guide.

Sir I had total 4 cts scans with 3yrs gap 2 leg ct scan one Head CT scan 1 PNS ct scan How much % chances are there me to get cancer sir

I had 2 chest CT scans with a gap of 4 months and an xray too during these 4 months.Can you advise if this can affect the breast tissue or any organ exposed in radiation later in life ?

I had 2 CT Scans with a gap of 4 months(during covid and post covid phase? Can they harm anytime later in life ?

What is the difference between shelcal M and XT which one is better for vitamin D deficiency along with tayo 60k a week ( my vitamin d is 20 )

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