Biocalcin Information

Biocalcin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Post Menopausal Osteoporosis. The alternative uses of Biocalcin have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Biocalcin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Biocalcin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Biocalcin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Biocalcin is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Biocalcin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Biocalcin related warnings section.

Biocalcin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Calcium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects.

Drug reaction of Biocalcin with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Biocalcin is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Biocalcin Benefits & Uses
Biocalcin Dosage & How to Take
Biocalcin Side Effects
Biocalcin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Biocalcin with Other Drugs
Biocalcin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Biocalcin
Biocalcin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Biocalcin Benefits & Uses

Biocalcin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Post Menopausal Osteoporosis

Other Benefits

Biocalcin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Paget's Disease Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Paget's Disease Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Biocalcin Related Warnings

Is the use of Biocalcin safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Biocalcin in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Biocalcin safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Biocalcin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Biocalcin will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Biocalcin on the Kidneys?

Biocalcin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Biocalcin on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Biocalcin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Biocalcin on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Biocalcin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Biocalcin with Other Drugs

Biocalcin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Lithium

Calcium Carbonate

Mild

Morphine

Biocalcin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biocalcin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Calcium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Biocalcin

Is this Biocalcin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Biocalcin is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Biocalcin as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Biocalcin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Biocalcin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Biocalcin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Biocalcin

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Biocalcin, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Biocalcin

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Biocalcin with alcohol will be.

Unknown