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Calcium supplements - oral

Simular Drugs : Os Cal 500, Os Cal 500+d

Os Cal 500 Usage: Calcium supplements used to ensure an adequate intake of 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 Os Cal 500: Take with large glass about water during or after meal. Use as directed. If you are using a chewable product, it must be chewed well before swallowing. If you using an effervescent tablet, it should be dissolved in a glass of cold water or juice before taking this. Allow the tablet to stop fizzing before drinking. Drink liquid slowly. Because calcium can interfere with the absorption of other drugs, do not take another medications within 2 hours about taking calcium.

Os Cal 500 side effects: Calcium is generally well tolerated. High levels of calcium can cause some adverse effects. Notify you're doctor if you experience any of 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 physician.

Os Cal 500 Precautions: If you have any of following health problems, consult your healthcare professional before using it medication: diarrhea, stomach trouble, parathyroid disease, lung disease (sarcoidosis), kidney stones. Tell youre doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication. some forms about calcium known to be excreted into breast milk. Though there have been no reports (to date) of harm to nursing infants, consult you're pharmacist before breast-feeding.

Os Cal 500 drug interactions: Tell you're pharmacist of every prescription & 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 & breads. They may reduce absorption about 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 physician approval.

Os Cal 500 Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include severe nausea and vomiting, weakness, or constipation.

Os Cal 500 special notes: Foods rich in calcium include: dairy goods & leafy green vegetables such as broccoli, kale, and collards. look for foods fortified with calcium such as orange juice and flour. there is no difference between calcium products derived from natural or synthetic sources.

If you missed Os Cal 500 dose: Take the missed dose as soon as possible but not if It's almost time for following dose. If It's time for next dose, skip missed dose & resume your regular schedule. do not double dose.

Os Cal 500 Storage: Store at room temperature & keep away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in the bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms.

Active Ingredients : Calcium Supplements