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Ideos

Active Ingredient:
Colecalciferol, Calcium Carbonate
Origin:
EU

Ideos (Colecalciferol, Calcium Carbonate)

Colecalciferol, the active ingredient in Ideos, is a vitamin D and calcium supplement presented as an oral dosage form for oral use. Together with calcium carbonate, it provides vitamin D3 to enhance intestinal calcium absorption and supplies calcium for bone mineralization, helping to correct calcium and vitamin D deficiencies and to maintain skeletal health in adults and children at risk of inadequate mineral intake.

GNH India supplies Ideos as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, pharmacies and clinics worldwide.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

Laboratoire Innotech International

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Indications & Clinical Uses

Ideos, a vitamin D and calcium supplement, is used to address disorders of calcium and vitamin D metabolism.

  • Calcium deficiency: helps restore normal calcium levels and supports bone mineralization.
  • Vitamin D deficiency: supplies vitamin D3 to improve calcium absorption and maintain serum 25‑hydroxyvitamin D concentrations.
  • Bone health support: contributes to skeletal strength and may aid in the prevention of osteopenia in at‑risk populations.

How It Works

  • Colecalciferol (vitamin D3) is metabolized in the liver and kidney to calcitriol, which binds the vitamin D receptor in intestinal cells and up‑regulates calcium‑transport proteins, thereby increasing dietary calcium absorption. Calcium carbonate provides elemental calcium that is ionized in the acidic gastric environment and absorbed in the small intestine, supplying the mineral needed for bone matrix formation and remodeling.

Side Effects

Common Side Effects

  • Nausea: mild stomach upset that may occur after ingestion.
  • Constipation: reduced bowel movements reported in some users.
  • Abdominal discomfort: occasional cramping or bloating.
  • Headache: transient mild headache in a minority of patients.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Hypercalcemia: elevated blood calcium levels that can cause weakness, confusion, or cardiac arrhythmia.
  • Kidney stones: calcium precipitation in the urinary tract.
  • Severe allergic reaction: rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing.
  • Soft tissue calcification: abnormal calcium deposition in organs.
  • Hypercalciuria: excessive urinary calcium excretion.

Precautions & Warnings

Before starting Ideos, consider the following precautions.

  • Assess calcium and vitamin D status: measure serum levels to guide supplementation.
  • Monitor renal function: patients with kidney disease may accumulate calcium.
  • Avoid excessive supplemental calcium: risk of hypercalcemia if combined with other calcium sources.
  • Use with caution in sarcoidosis or granulomatous disease: increased conversion of vitamin D to its active form.
  • Pregnancy and lactation: consult a healthcare professional before use.
  • Store at ambient temperature below 25°C: keep in the original pack, protect from moisture and direct sunlight.

Avoid Interactions

Ideos may interact with other medicines as follows.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Thiazide diuretics: can increase serum calcium and raise hypercalcemia risk.
  • High‑dose vitamin A supplements: synergistic effect on calcium metabolism leading to toxicity.
  • Lithium therapy: may alter calcium handling and increase serum calcium.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Oral bisphosphonates: concurrent calcium can reduce bisphosphonate absorption; separate dosing by at least 2 hours.
  • Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium: may impair calcium carbonate absorption.
  • Systemic corticosteroids: increase calcium loss from bone, requiring closer monitoring of calcium status.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ideos is an oral nutritional supplement that provides vitamin D3 (colecalciferol) and calcium carbonate. It is used to correct calcium and vitamin D deficiencies and to support normal bone health in individuals who have inadequate dietary intake or increased physiological needs.

Colecalciferol is vitamin D3, which the body converts to its active form, calcitriol. Calcitriol binds to vitamin D receptors in the intestinal lining, increasing the expression of calcium‑transport proteins and thereby enhancing the absorption of dietary calcium.

The appropriate dose of Ideos is determined by the prescribing healthcare professional based on the patient’s age, laboratory values, and clinical condition. Dosage may vary, and patients should follow the specific instructions provided by their prescriber.

Safety of Ideos in pregnancy or lactation has not been fully established. Women who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding should discuss potential benefits and risks with their healthcare provider before using the product.

To request Ideos, submit an enquiry on the product page at gnhindia.com indicating the required quantity. GNH India works with hospitals, pharmacies and procurement teams worldwide, verifies trade or institutional credentials, and then provides pricing, availability, shipping details and any necessary import documentation.

Ideos combines colecalciferol and calcium carbonate in a single oral formulation, offering both vitamin D3 and a readily absorbable calcium source. Compared with products that contain only calcium or only vitamin D, Ideos provides a convenient dual‑nutrient approach, which may simplify dosing and improve adherence.

Ideos should be stored at ambient temperature below 25 °C. Keep the product in its original packaging, protect it from moisture and direct sunlight, and ensure the container is tightly closed to maintain stability.

Ideos is taken orally, usually with water. The tablet or capsule should be swallowed whole and not chewed or crushed unless otherwise directed by a healthcare professional.

The most serious risks include hypercalcemia, which can cause weakness, confusion, cardiac arrhythmias, and kidney stone formation. Rarely, severe allergic reactions or soft‑tissue calcification may occur. Patients should seek medical attention if they experience symptoms such as persistent vomiting, severe abdominal pain, or unusual swelling.

Ideos should be avoided by individuals with known hypersensitivity to colecalciferol, calcium carbonate, or any excipients in the formulation. Patients with conditions that predispose them to hypercalcemia, such as hyperparathyroidism, sarcoidosis, or certain malignancies, should use the product only under medical supervision.

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