CRAMPEX is a brand name for Cholecalciferol. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: For night muscle cramp.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
Adults and the Elderly:
One or two tablets with plenty of fluid, preferably before retiring. Attacks of cramp usually occur in bouts which last from a few days to several weeks. Often there are several weeks between each series of attacks. In such cases, it is advisable to take Crampex Tablets at night for a period and then discontinue when the anticipated duration of the attack has passed.
Drink plenty of fluids whilst taking this product. The product should be used for a maximum of 4 weeks for any one attack of night cramps.
Children:
Not recommended for use in children under 18 years.
Nicotinic acid may cause flushing, pruritus, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting and rarely impaired liver function. Calcium supplements may cause mild gastrointestinal disturbances. Frequency of reports cannot be estimated from the available data.
Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. uk/yellowcard.
Not recommended for use in children. Consult a doctor if the tablets have not taken effect within a week of starting treatment. Do not exceed the stated dose. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children. Duration of treatment should be minimised in patients with impaired renal function.
Use with caution in patients with hypertension. Use with caution in patients with a history of peptic ulcer disease, diabetes mellitus, gout, or impaired liver function.
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. Contraindicated for use in hypercalcaemia, for use in those with, or who have had kidney stones.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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