Menaquin 200-mcg Capsule

This capsule is indicated for the treatment and prevention of-

• Osteoporosis
• Coronary artery calcification
• Rheumatoid arthritis

Menaquinone-7 is a fat soluble vitamin which is also known as vitamin K2. Menaquinone-7 is an especial key isomer of vitamin K2 that is produced using Bacillus subtilis. Menaquinone-7 is the active trans-isomer of natural vitamin K2 with the highest bioavailability and longest half-life in blood. This makes Menaquinone-7 also available for tissues outside the liver, namely bones, arteries and soft tissues. It is a powerful cofactor in transporting excess calcium out of the arteries and depositing it into the bones thus prevents hardening of arteries. Menaquinone-7 is very essential for healthy bone and artery.

Orally 1-2 capsules daily or as advised by the physician.

Menaquin may alter the effect of warfarin. Concomitant use with orlistat may decrease the absorption of Menaquin.

Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Menaquinone-7. Use of Menaquinone-7 is contraindicated with warfarin.

Generally well tolerated in recommended dose. From a large number of clinical trials using dosages in excess of 40 mg/day, there were no reports of side effects associated with any type of hypercoagulable state.

Menaquinone-7 can be used during pregnancy. Use of Menaquinone-7 during pregnancy may help both mother and child in formation and maintaining proper bone health.

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Store at temperature below 30˚C, protect from light & moisture. Keep out of reach of children.