Warning: next following details is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment about youre healthcare professional. it shouldnot be construed to indicate that use of the med is safe or effective for you. Consult your physician before using this drug.

Calcium supplements - oral

Chewable Calcium Usage: Calcium supplements used to ensure an adequate intake about calcium during important periods of bone growth such as in childhood, during pregnancy & while breast-feeding. in adults, calcium is used to prevent osteoporosis (deterioration of bone).

How to use Chewable Calcium: Take with big glass of water during or after meal. Use as directed. If you using chewable product, it must be chewed well before swallowing. If you using an effervescent tablet, it must be dissolved in a glass of cold water or juice before taking it. Allow the med to stop fizzing before drinking. Drink the liquid slowly. Because calcium can interfere with the absorption of other drugs, do not take other medications within 2 hours of taking calcium.

Chewable Calcium side effects: Calcium is generally well tolerated. High levels of calcium may cause some adverse effects. Notify your doctor if you experience any about following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, stomach pain, thirst, dry mouth, increased urination. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Chewable Calcium Precautions: If you have any of following health problems, consult youre physician before using this medication: diarrhea, stomach trouble, parathyroid disease, lung disease (sarcoidosis), kidney stones. Tell some your pharmacist if you are pregnant before using it medication. some forms of calcium are known to be excreted into breast milk. Though there have been no reports (to date) of harm to nursing infants, consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Chewable Calcium drug interactions: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially: vitamins, tetracycline, quinolone antibiotics (e.g. ciprofloxacin), gallium nitrate, cellulose sodium phosphate, etidronate, magnesium sulfate, phenytoin. do not eat large amounts of bran or whole grain cereals and breads. They may reduce absorption of calcium. Also, consuming alcohol, large amounts of caffeine, & tobacco smoking may affect absorption of calcium. do not start or stop any medicine with out doctor or pharmacist approval.

Chewable Calcium Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe nausea & vomiting, weakness, or constipation.

Chewable Calcium special notes: Foods rich at calcium include: dairy products and leafy green vegetables such as broccoli, kale, and collards. see for foods fortified with calcium such as orange juice & flour. there is no difference between calcium products derived from natural or synthetic sources.

If you missed Chewable Calcium dose: Take the missed dose as soon as possible but not if it is almost time for the following dose. If it is time for following dose, skip the missed dose & resume youre regular schedule. do not double dose.

Chewable Calcium Storage: Store at room temperature & keep away from moisture and sunlight. do not store in the bathroom. don't freeze the liquid forms.

Active Ingredients : Calcium Supplements