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Calcium supplement with vitamin d - oral
common brand names: Citracal + D, Os-Cal, Oyster Shell + D
Simular Drugs : Oyster Shell Calcium, Oyster Shell Calcium, Oyster Shell Calcium W D, Oyster Shell Calcium W Vit D, Oyster Shell Calcium W Vit D
Oyster Shell Calcium Usage: Calcium plays critical role at body. Its essential for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscle & bone. Vitamin D improves absorption of calcium into 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 Oyster Shell Calcium: Take this medication orally as directed. It's best taken with or just after meal to improve absorption. Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Oyster Shell Calcium side effects: this medication is generally well tolerated. Constipation may occur. Notify youre physician 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.
Oyster Shell Calcium Precautions: Tell your physician if you have: heart problems, kidney stones, allergies (especially drug allergies). this medication must be used as directed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.
Oyster Shell Calcium med interactions: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially of: digoxin. Avoid taking any tetracycline antibiotic within 1 to 2 hours about taking calcium since calcium may interfere with the absorption of tetracycline. do not start or stop any medicine with-out physician or pharmacist approval.
Oyster Shell Calcium Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre 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.
Oyster Shell Calcium special notes: Calcium supplements are available in different forms which vary in amount of calcium they contain. Ask youre pharmacist or physician to help select the best product for you. Follow any dietary guidelines recommended.
If you missed Oyster Shell Calcium dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; if it is near the time since the next dose, take both the missed dose & regular scheduled dose then resume you're usual dosing schedule.
Oyster Shell Calcium Storage: Store tablets & capsules in room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat & light. do not store in bathroom.
Active Ingredients : Calcium Supplement With Vitamin D