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Calcium supplement with vitamin d - oral

common brand names: Citracal + D, Os-Cal, Oyster Shell + D

Simular Drugs : Caltrate 600, Caltrate 600 PLUS

Caltrate 600 PLUS Usage: Calcium plays critical role in body. it is essential for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscle and bone. Vitamin D improves the absorption of calcium into the body. Calcium supplements are used to treat or prevent low blood calcium levels. Calcium may be prescribed for treatment about 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 Caltrate 600 PLUS: Take this medication orally as directed. Its best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption. Take each dose with full glass of water.

Caltrate 600 PLUS side effects: this drug is generally well tolerated. Constipation may occur. Notify your 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 physician or healthcare professional.

Caltrate 600 PLUS Precautions: Tell your pharmacist if you have: heart problems, kidney stones, allergies (especially medication allergies). this drug must be used as directed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.

Caltrate 600 PLUS drug interactions: Tell your doctor about any over-the-counter or prescription drug you may take, especially of: digoxin. Avoid taking any tetracycline antibiotic within 1 to two hours of taking calcium since calcium may interfere with the absorption of tetracycline. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or doctor approval.

Caltrate 600 PLUS Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact you're 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.

Caltrate 600 PLUS special notes: Calcium supplements available in different forms which vary in the amount of calcium they contain. Ask you're healthcare professional or pharmacist to help choose best product for you. Follow any dietary guidelines recommended.

If you missed Caltrate 600 PLUS dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; if it is near time for the following dose, take both missed dose and regular scheduled dose then resume your usual dosing schedule.

Caltrate 600 PLUS Storage: Store pills and capsules at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. don't store at bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Calcium Supplement With Vitamin D