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