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Ossimax

Composition
Each film coated tablet contains :

Calcium Carbonate I.P.	500 mg
Di-Calcium Phosphate I.P.	100 mg
Vitamin D3 I.P.	200 I.U.
Light Magnesium Oxide I.P.	150 mg
Zinc sulphate I.P.	5.2 mg

Description
Ossimax tablet is a combination of two calcium salts providing both elemental calcium and phosphorus. While Vitamin D3 helps in absorption of calcium.

Since Calcium and Magnesium compete for the same receptor sites it is advisable to administer Magnesium along with calcium. Further Magnesium supplementation during pregnancy has been linked to reduced incidence of pre-eclampsia and intrauterine growth retardation. Magnesium supplementation has shown beneficial effects in hypertensive women.

Zinc is a constituent of metaloenzymes and membrane sterilising enzymes. Zinc based enzymes are vital for growth of the foetus and its well being. In patients who are deficient in Zinc, therapeutic doses will definitely prevent preterm labour, help in prolonging gestation and prevent foetal malformations.

Indications
(a) Calcium deficiency states.
(b) Postmenopausal osteoporosis.
(c) Pregnancy and lactation.
(d) Rickets and Osteomalacia.

Dosage and administration
One tablet 2 to 3 times a day.

Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

Adverse Effects
This drug is very well tolerated with very few side effects. Rarely patient may have nausea or vomiting.

Presentation
OSSIMAX TABLET : Blister pack of 20 tablets, box of 3 Strips.