Calcium pantothenicum Ielfa
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Leaflet attached to the packaging: patient information
CALCIUM PANTOTHENICUM JELFA, 100 mg, tablets
Calcii pantothenas
Read the leaflet carefully before using the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.
This medicine should always be used exactly as described in the patient leaflet or as directed by a doctor or pharmacist.
- Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
- If you need advice or additional information, consult a pharmacist.
- If the patient experiences any side effects, including any possible side effects not listed in the leaflet, they should inform their doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.
Table of contents of the leaflet
- 1. What is Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa and what is it used for
- 2.Important information before using Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa
- 3. How to use Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa
- 4. Possible side effects
- 5. How to store Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa
- 6. Contents of the pack and other information
1. What is Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa and what is it used for
The medicine contains calcium pantothenate, which is a compound of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and calcium.
Pantothenic acid, in human cells, is mainly found in coenzyme A, which is essential in many metabolic processes, especially in carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism. Pantothenic acid is involved in growth processes, affects skin regeneration, hair, and nail growth.
Indications for use
Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa is recommended for both the treatment and prevention of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) deficiencies in the body.
2. Important information before using Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa
When not to use Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa
- if the patient is allergic to calcium pantothenate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);
- in children under 4 years of age.
Warnings and precautions
Before starting to use Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa, consult a doctor.
Do not take a higher dose than recommended, especially in people with hypercalcemia (elevated calcium levels in the blood), kidney stones, kidney function disorders.
Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa and other medicines
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, or have recently taken, and any medicines you plan to take.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to have a child, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
Driving and using machines
Taking this medicine does not affect your ability to drive or use machines.
Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa contains lactose monohydrate
If you have been diagnosed with an intolerance to some sugars, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
3. How to use Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa
This medicine should always be used exactly as described in the patient leaflet or as directed by a doctor or pharmacist. If you are unsure, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Recommended dose
One or two tablets (100 to 200 mg) two to three times a day, no more than 6 tablets a day (600 mg).
Use in children
Children over 4 years: one tablet (100 mg) two to four times a day, no more than 4 tablets a day (400 mg).
Overdose of Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa
A dose of 10,000 - 20,000 mg (10 - 20 g) per day may cause diarrhea and water retention in the body. In such cases, consult a doctor immediately.
Missed dose of Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa
Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
When used as recommended, side effects do not occur.
Reporting side effects
If you experience any side effects, including any possible side effects not listed in the leaflet, inform your doctor or pharmacist. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring of Adverse Reactions to Medicinal Products, Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products, ul. Al. Jerozolimskie 181C, PL-02-222 Warsaw, Tel.: +48 22 49 21 301, Fax: +48 22 49 21 309, Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. How to store Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa
Store below 25°C.
Keep the medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton.
The expiry date refers to the last day of the month stated.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. This will help protect the environment.
6. Contents of the pack and other information
What Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa contains
- The active substance is calcium pantothenate. One tablet contains 100 mg of calcium pantothenate.
- The other ingredients are: potato starch, lactose monohydrate, talc, magnesium stearate.
What Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa looks like and contents of the pack
Calcium Pantothenicum Jelfa is a white, round, biconvex tablet.
The pack contains 2 blisters of 25 tablets each, placed in a cardboard box.
Marketing authorisation holder and manufacturer
Marketing authorisation holder
Bausch Health Ireland Limited
3013 Lake Drive
Citywest Business Campus
Dublin 24, D24PPT3
Ireland
Manufacturer
Przedsiębiorstwo Farmaceutyczne Jelfa SA
ul. Wincentego Pola 21
58-500 Jelenia Góra
Poland
Date of last revision of the leaflet:
- Country of registration
- Active substance
- Prescription requiredNo
- Manufacturer
- ImporterPrzedsiębiorstwo Farmaceutyczne Jelfa S.A.
- This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a licensed doctor before taking any medication. Oladoctor is not responsible for medical decisions based on this content.
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