Shelcal XT: price, uses & cheaper substitutes
Shelcal XT contains Calcium carbonate + Vitamin D3 + Methylcobalamin + L-methylfolate + Pyridoxal-5-phosphate 1250 mg (500 mg calcium) + 2000 IU + 1500 mcg + 1 mg + 20 mg. Listed MRP is ₹402.15 for 15 (₹26.81 per tablet).
The lowest listed price for the same salt is ₹3.75 per tablet.
- MRP
- ₹402.15
- ₹ / tablet
- ₹26.81
- Pack
- 15
- Manufacturer
- Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Same-salt cheaper options
| Brand | Manufacturer | Pack | MRP | ₹ / tablet | As on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium (Calcium Carbonate) 1250mg, Vitamin D3 2000 IU, Mecobalamin (Vitamin B12) 1500mcg, L-Methylfolate Calcium (Vitamin B9) 1mg, Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate (Vitamin B6) 20mg TabletsJan Aushadhi | Jan Aushadhi (PMBJP) | 10 | ₹37.50 | ₹3.75 | 19 October 2026 |
| MethyCAL 2000 | Indoco Remedies Ltd | 15 | ₹203.90 | ₹13.59 | 19 October 2026 |
| Tayo Total | Eris Lifesciences Ltd | 15 | ₹254.99 | ₹17.00 | 19 October 2026 |
| GEMcal XT | Alkem Laboratories Ltd | 15 | ₹255.20 | ₹17.01 | 19 October 2026 |
| Zecal XT | Indchemie Health Specialities Pvt Ltd | 15 | ₹367.50 | ₹24.50 | 19 October 2026 |
| Calinta XT | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 15 | ₹374.06 | ₹24.94 | 19 October 2026 |
| Calcirol XT | Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 15 | ₹398.30 | ₹26.55 | 19 October 2026 |
| Shelcal XT | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 15 | ₹402.15 | ₹26.81 | 19 October 2026 |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Same salt and strength only. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands. See all Calcium carbonate + Vitamin D3 + Methylcobalamin + L-methylfolate + Pyridoxal-5-phosphate 1250 mg (500 mg calcium) + 2000 IU + 1500 mcg + 1 mg + 20 mg brands, safety and side effects
What Calcium carbonate + Vitamin D3 + Methylcobalamin + L-methylfolate + Pyridoxal-5-phosphate 1250 mg (500 mg calcium) + 2000 IU + 1500 mcg + 1 mg + 20 mg is used for
- Low calcium and vitamin D intake together with low vitamin B12 or folate, as your doctor advises.
- Bone health support in osteoporosis or osteopenia alongside other treatment.
- People who need calcium and vitamin D and also have raised B-vitamin needs, as prescribed.
Frequently asked questions
Shelcal XT tablet uses
Shelcal XT contains calcium carbonate (500 mg calcium), vitamin D3 2,000 IU, methylcobalamin, L-methylfolate and pyridoxal-5-phosphate. It is used when calcium and vitamin D are needed along with B12 and folate support.
Shelcal XT vs Shelcal 500 – what is the difference?
Shelcal 500 has calcium with 250 IU vitamin D3. Shelcal XT has more vitamin D3 (2,000 IU) plus vitamin B12, folate and vitamin B6.
Shelcal XT before or after food?
After a meal – calcium carbonate is absorbed better with food.
Can I take Shelcal XT daily for a long time?
Only as your doctor advises. It contains 2,000 IU vitamin D and 20 mg vitamin B6, so long-term daily use should be supervised.
Sources
- Tata 1mg product page (MRP as listed) (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Calcium carbonate (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Calcium in diet (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Vitamin D (19 October 2026)
- NHS – B vitamins and folic acid (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Levothyroxine (interactions with calcium and iron) (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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