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Calcium supplements - oral

Simular Drugs : Cal G, Cal Glu

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

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

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

Cal G Precautions: If you have any of following health problems, consult your physician before using it tablet: diarrhea, stomach trouble, parathyroid disease, lung disease (sarcoidosis), kidney stones. Tell your healthcare professional if you pregnant before using it medication. some forms about calcium known to be excreted into breast milk. Though their have been no reports (to date) about harm to nursing infants, consult you're healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Cal G medication interactions: Tell your pharmacist of all prescription & nonprescription medications you may use, especially: vitamins, tetracycline, quinolone antibiotics (e.g. ciprofloxacin), gallium nitrate, cellulose sodium phosphate, etidronate, magnesium sulfate, phenytoin. do not eat big 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 physician or pharmacist approval.

Cal G 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.

Cal G special notes: Foods rich in calcium include: dairy products & leafy green vegetables such as broccoli, kale, and collards. see since foods fortified with calcium such as orange juice & flour. their is no difference between calcium products derived from natural or synthetic sources.

If you missed Cal G dose: Take the missed dose as soon as possible but not if It's almost time for the following dose. If this is time for following dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. do not double dose.

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

Active Ingredients : Calcium Supplements