Unicalcin 100 Injection Information

Unicalcin 100 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Post Menopausal Osteoporosis. Other than this, Unicalcin 100 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Unicalcin 100 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Unicalcin 100 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Unicalcin 100 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Unicalcin 100 Injection is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Unicalcin 100 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Unicalcin 100 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Calcium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects.

Drug reaction of Unicalcin 100 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Unicalcin 100 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Unicalcin Benefits & Uses
Unicalcin Dosage & How to Take
Unicalcin Side Effects
Unicalcin Related Warnings
Unicalcin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Unicalcin
Unicalcin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Unicalcin 100 Injection Benefits & Uses

Unicalcin 100 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Post Menopausal Osteoporosis

Other Benefits

Unicalcin 100 Injection 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

Unicalcin 100 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Unicalcin 100 Injection safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Unicalcin will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Unicalcin 100 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Unicalcin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Unicalcin is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Unicalcin 100 Injection on the Kidneys?

Unicalcin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Unicalcin 100 Injection on the Liver?

Unicalcin has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Unicalcin 100 Injection on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Unicalcin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Unicalcin 100 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Unicalcin 100 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Calcium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Unicalcin 100 Injection

Is this Unicalcin 100 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Unicalcin 100 Injection has not been reported.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Unicalcin 100 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Unicalcin 100 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Unicalcin 100 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Unicalcin 100 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Unicalcin 100 Injection

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Unicalcin 100 Injection with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Unicalcin 100 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Unicalcin 100 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 264

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 339-340

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Miacalcin® (calcitonin-salmon)

Unicalcin 100 Injection