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Calcium supplement with vitamin d - oral
common brand names: Citracal + D, Os-Cal, Oyster Shell + D
Simular Drugs : Calcium 600, Calcium 600, Calcium 600, Calcium 600 Minerals, Calcium 600 Minerals, Calcium 600 Vit D, Calcium 600 W D, Calcium 600 W D, Calcium 600 W Vit D, Calcium 600 W Vitamin D, Calcium 600+d, Calcium 600+minerals
Calcium 600 Usage: Calcium plays a critical role in the body. it is essential for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscle and bone. Vitamin D improves absorption of calcium in to body. Calcium supplements are used to treat or prevent low blood calcium levels. Calcium may be prescribed for treatment of osteoporosis (bone loss), osteomalacia (brittle bones), rickets, tetany, parathyroid disease. Calcium supplements are many times used to ensure an adequate dietary intake in conditions such as pregnancy, nursing, kidney disease, pancreatitis or during therapy with anti-seizure medications.
How to use Calcium 600: Take it medication orally as directed. Its best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption. Take each dose with full glass of water.
Calcium 600 side effects: this med is generally well tolerated. Constipation may occur. Notify you're doctor if you experience: nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, dry mouth, increased thirst, increased urination. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Calcium 600 Precautions: Tell you're physician if you have: heart problems, kidney stones, allergies (especially med allergies). this drug should be used as directed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.
Calcium 600 drug interactions: Tell your healthcare professional of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially of: digoxin. Avoid taking any tetracycline antibiotic within 1 to 2 hours of taking calcium since calcium may interfere with the absorption about tetracycline. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.
Calcium 600 Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea and vomiting, severe drowsiness, dry mouth, loss about appetite, metallic taste, stomach cramps, unconsciousness, diarrhea, weakness, headache, constipation, dizziness, or irritability.
Calcium 600 special notes: Calcium supplements are available in different forms which vary in amount of calcium they contain. Ask youre pharmacist or pharmacist to help choose best product for you. Follow any dietary guidelines recommended.
If you missed Calcium 600 dose: If you miss dose, take it as soon as remembered; if this is near the time for next dose, take both the missed dose & regular scheduled dose than resume your usual dosing schedule.
Calcium 600 Storage: Store pills & capsules in room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat & light. do not store in bathroom.
Active Ingredients : Calcium Supplement With Vitamin D