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Calcium supplement with vitamin d - oral

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

Calcim+d Usage: Calcium plays a critical role in body. it is essential for normal functioning about nerves, cells, muscle & 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 Calcim+d: Take this medication orally as directed. Its best taken with or just after meal to improve absorption. Take each dose with a full glass about water.

Calcim+d side effects: this medication 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 physician.

Calcim+d Precautions: Tell your healthcare professional if you have: heart problems, kidney stones, allergies (especially medication allergies). this med should be used as directed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.

Calcim+d pill interactions: Tell some your pharmacist of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially of: digoxin. Avoid taking any tetracycline antibiotic within 1 to 2 hours of taking calcium since calcium may interfere with the absorption of tetracycline. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or physician approval.

Calcim+d Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose may include nausea & vomiting, severe drowsiness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, metallic taste, stomach cramps, unconsciousness, diarrhea, weakness, headache, constipation, dizziness, or irritability.

Calcim+d special notes: Calcium supplements are available in different forms which vary in the amount about calcium they contain. Ask your healthcare professional or doctor to help choose best product for you. Follow any dietary guidelines recommended.

If you missed Calcim+d dose: If you miss dose, take it as soon as remembered; if Its near time for the next dose, take both the missed dose & the regular scheduled dose than resume your usual dosing schedule.

Calcim+d Storage: Store pills & capsules at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat & light. do not store in bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Calcium Supplement With Vitamin D