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Calcium supplement with vitamin d - oral

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

Simular Drugs : Oyst Cal D, Oyst Cal D

Oyst Cal D Usage: Calcium plays a critical role in body. It's essential for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscle & bone. Vitamin D improves the absorption about calcium into the body. Calcium supplements used to treat or prevent low blood calcium levels. Calcium may be prescribed for treatment of osteoporosis (bone loss), osteomalacia (brittle bones), rickets, tetany, parathyroid disease. Calcium supplements 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 Oyst Cal D: Take it drug orally as directed. Its best taken with or just after meal to improve absorption. Take each dose with a full glass of water.

Oyst Cal D side effects: it 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 another effects not listed above, contact your pharmacist or physician.

Oyst Cal D Precautions: Tell your doctor if you have: heart problems, kidney stones, allergies (especially drug allergies). this tablet should be used as directed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.

Oyst Cal D drug interactions: Tell you're doctor about any over-the-counter or prescription drug 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 about tetracycline. do not start or stop any medicine with out pharmacist or physician approval.

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

Oyst Cal D special notes: Calcium supplements are available in different forms which vary in the amount of calcium they contain. Ask your healthcare professional or pharmacist to help choose best product for you. Follow any dietary guidelines recommended.

If you missed Oyst Cal D dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; if It's near clock for next dose, take both missed dose & regular scheduled dose then resume your usual dosing schedule.

Oyst Cal D Storage: Store tablets and 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