Vitrum Osteomag
Vitrum Osteomag: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Pharmacological properties
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of application and dosage
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. Special instructions
- 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
- 10. Use in childhood
- 11. In case of impaired renal function
- 12. Drug interactions
- 13. Analogs
- 14. Terms and conditions of storage
- 15. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 16. Reviews
- 17. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Vitrum Osteomag
ATX code: A12AX
Active ingredient: Multivitamins, minerals
Manufacturer: Unipharm, Inc., USA
Description and photo update: 19.10.2018
Vitrum Osteomag is a multivitamin complex with micro and macro elements that regulates the exchange of phosphorus and calcium.
Release form and composition
Dosage form of Vitrum Osteomag - film-coated tablets: pink, oval, with beveled edges, VITRUM engraving on one side, OSTEOMAG on the other; the core on a cross section - from gray to white (30, 60, 100, 120 or 130 pcs. in polyethylene bottles, in a cardboard box 1 bottle).
Active ingredients in 1 coated tablet:
- colecalciferol (vitamin D 3) - 0.005 mg;
- magnesium - 40 mg (as oxide);
- Calcium 600 mg (as calcium carbonate from oyster shells)
- zinc - 7.5 mg (in the form of oxide);
- copper - 1 mg (as oxide);
- boron - 0.25 mg (as sodium borate);
- manganese 1.8 mg (as sulfate)
Auxiliary components:
- core: microcrystalline cellulose - 20.7 mg; croscarmellose sodium - 80 mg; magnesium stearate - 20 mg;
- shell: hypromellose - 19.345 mg; titanium dioxide - 10 mg; triacetin - 0.2 mg; charming red dye (E129) - 0.44 mg; indigo carmine (E132) - 0.005 mg; dye sunset yellow (E110) - 0.01 mg.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics
Vitrum Osteomag is a combined drug that regulates calcium metabolism. Its pharmacological action is determined by the properties of active substances:
- colecalciferol (vitamin D 3): helps to regulate the exchange of phosphorus and calcium in the body, preserve the structure of bones, takes part in the formation of the bone skeleton, enhances the absorption of calcium in the intestine and reabsorption of phosphorus in the renal tubules;
- calcium: essential for bone formation, blood pressure control, and blood clotting. Promotes the formation of teeth, bones, maintenance of healthy skin, increased bone density, normal functioning of the muscular and nervous systems. Reduces the likelihood of osteoporosis;
- magnesium: interacting with cholecalciferol, it helps to increase the absorption of calcium. Takes part in the mineralization and growth of bones, prevents the formation of calcium oxalate stones;
- manganese: required for the processes of energy production, metabolism of fats and proteins, building bones and connective tissue, osteosynthesis;
- zinc: takes part in the formation of bones;
- Boron: Required for maintaining healthy bones, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus metabolism. Helps to improve calcium absorption, reduce the likelihood of colecalciferol deficiency, prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis;
- copper: affects the formation of bone mass, red blood cells and hemoglobin. Takes part in the formation of collagen, which is part of the connective and bone tissues, helps prevent osteoporosis.
Pharmacokinetics
The action of Vitrum Osteomag is the cumulative effect of its active substances, and therefore it is impossible to conduct kinetic observations.
Indications for use
Vitrum Osteomag is prescribed as a therapeutic and prophylactic agent in the following cases:
- replenishment of vitamin D 3 and calcium deficiency in elderly patients, during / after menopause;
- senile osteoporosis and osteomalacia (treatment);
- osteoporosis of various origins (prevention);
- osteoporosis and other metabolic osteopathies (combination therapy in combination with special drugs).
Contraindications
Absolute:
- urolithiasis disease;
- severe impairment of renal function;
- increased calcium in the blood and its excretion in the urine (hypercalcemia and hypercalciuria);
- age up to 12 years;
- individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
Relative (diseases / conditions in the presence of which the use of Vitrum Osteomag requires caution):
- sarcoidosis;
- renal failure;
- pregnancy and lactation.
Instructions for use of Vitrum Osteomag: method and dosage
Vitrum Osteomag is taken orally in a daily dose of 1-2 tablets.
Side effects
- digestive system: nausea, constipation, flatulence, diarrhea, pain in the epigastric region;
- others: with prolonged use of high doses of the drug - an increase in the calcium content in the blood / urine.
Overdose
Overdose information is not provided.
special instructions
Two Vitrum Osteomag tablets contain the daily requirement for vitamin D 3, magnesium and calcium. In this regard, the recommended dosage regimen should not be exceeded.
When using large doses of the drug, monitoring of renal function is required. In cases of prolonged therapy, the amount of calcium excreted in the urine should be checked.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
Lactating and pregnant women should take Vitrum Osteomag with caution under constant medical supervision.
Pediatric use
The drug is not prescribed for children under 12 years of age.
With impaired renal function
Severe renal impairment is a contraindication to taking Vitrum Osteomag; in case of renal failure, the drug should be used with caution.
Drug interactions
According to the instructions, Vitrum Osteomag can slow down the absorption of acetylsalicylic acid, antibiotics of the tetracycline group, as well as other salicylates, sulfonamides, indirect anticoagulants and beta-blockers. In this regard, it is recommended to observe an interval of at least 2 hours between the use of the vitamin-mineral complex and these drugs.
Analogs
Analogs of Vitrum Osteomag are: Menopace, Vitiron Osteo, Vitrum Calcium, Calcium-Osteovit.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store in a place protected from light and moisture at a temperature of 10-30 ° C. Keep out of the reach of children.
The shelf life is 3 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews about Vitrum Osteomag
According to reviews, Vitrum Osteomag is a fairly effective drug. A convenient dosing regimen and a good composition are noted. Of the shortcomings, the large size of the tablets is usually indicated, which causes difficulty in swallowing, and the cost of the drug.
Price for Vitrum Osteomag in pharmacies
The approximate price for Vitrum Osteomag (30 tablets per pack) is 290-540 rubles.
Anna Kozlova Medical journalist About the author
Education: Rostov State Medical University, specialty "General Medicine".
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
