Osify Tablet
Ossein Hydroxyapatite
800 mg
General Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
| Pack size | 30's |
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| Retail Price | 10.00 AED |
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Indications
Osify Tablet is used for:
Osteoporosis, Osteopenia
Adult Dose
Adults:
Prevention of Osteoporosis: 500–600 mg elemental calcium daily in divided doses.
Treatment of Osteoporosis: 1000–1200 mg elemental calcium daily in divided doses.
Supplement with vitamin D (800–1000 IU/day) to optimize calcium metabolism.
Child Dose
Renal Dose
Administration
Take with meals for better absorption.
Contra Indications
Hypercalcemia or hypercalciuria.
Severe renal impairment or chronic kidney disease.
Known hypersensitivity to bovine-derived products.
Precautions
Adequate hydration to prevent urinary calcium precipitation.
Avoid concurrent use with high-dose calcium supplements.
Monitoring Parameters:
Serum calcium (to avoid hypercalcemia).
Monitor for signs of hypercalcemia (lethargy, arrhythmias).
Renal function tests (to prevent nephrotoxicity).
Bone mineral density (BMD): Periodically assess therapeutic response.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Pregnancy:
Not officially classified by FDA; generally considered safe when used as a calcium supplement within recommended limits.
Lactation:
Likely safe; calcium supplementation helps meet increased maternal demands during breastfeeding.
Interactions
Reduced absorption with antacids, H2 blockers, and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).
May interact with tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics, reducing their efficacy.
Increased risk of hypercalcemia with concurrent vitamin D or thiazide diuretics.
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Ossein Hydroxyapatite :
Common:
Gastrointestinal discomfort (bloating, nausea, constipation).
Rare:
Hypercalcemia
Nephrolithiasis
Mechanism of Action
Ossein Hydroxyapatite is a bioavailable form of calcium and phosphorus derived from bovine bone.
It stimulates bone regeneration by mimicking the natural composition of the bone matrix.
Note
Osify 800 mg Tablet manufactured by General Pharmaceuticals Ltd.. Its generic name is Ossein Hydroxyapatite. Osify is availble in Bangladesh.
Farmaco BD drug index information on Osify Tablet is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.