Calcium carbonate and vitamin d3 tablets

This combination medication is used to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels in people who do not get enough calcium from their diets. It may be used to treat conditions caused by low calcium levels such as bone loss (osteoporosis), weak bones (osteomalacia/rickets), decreased activity of the parathyroid gland (hypoparathyroidism), and a certain muscle disease (latent tetany). It may also be used in certain patients to make sure they are getting enough calcium (including women who are pregnant, nursing, or postmenopausal, people taking certain medications such as phenytoin, phenobarbital, or prednisone). Calcium plays a very important role in the body. It is necessary for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscle, and bone. If there is not enough calcium in the blood, then the body will take calcium from bones, thereby weakening bones. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus. Having the right amounts of vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus is important for building and keeping strong bones. How to use Take this medication by mouth with food. If your product contains calcium citrate, then it may be taken with or without food. Follow all directions on the product package, or take as directed by your doctor. For best absorption, if your total daily dose is more than 600 milligrams, then divide your dose and space it throughout the day. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. If you are using the liquid form of this medication, carefully m...

Many people take calcium supplements hoping to strengthen their bones. However, calcium supplements may have drawbacks and even health risks, including raising the risk of heart disease ( This article explains what you need to know about calcium supplements, including who should take them, their health benefits, and their potential risks. Your body needs calcium to build and In the bloodstream, it’s used to send nerve signals, release hormones like insulin, and regulate how muscles and blood vessels contract (narrow) and dilate (widen) ( Calcium is so important that if you don’t get the recommended amount in your diet, your body will take it from your skeleton and teeth to use elsewhere, weakening your bones. So how much calcium do you need each day? Below are the current recommendations from the Institute of Medicine, by age ( • Women ages 50 and younger: 1,000 milligrams (mg) per day • Men ages 70 and younger: 1,000 mg per day • Women over age 50: 1,200 mg per day • Men over age 70: 1,200 mg per day In this article, we’ve used the terms “men” and “women” when talking about published data or research. Although this language is binary, specificity is key when reporting on study participants and clinical findings. Unfortunately, the studies and surveys referenced in this article didn’t report data on, or include, participants who were transgender, There are also recommended upper limits for calcium intake. The cap is 2,500 mg per day for adults up to age 50 and 2,000 mg per...

What are Vitamin D and Calcium? Vitamin D (a hormone) and calcium (a mineral) are nutrients that sustain healthy bones. They are also needed for: • Muscle movement • Nerve communication • Absorption of calcium and phosphorous (vitamin D) • Immune system responses (vitamin D) • Signaling between cells (calcium) • Hormonal secretion (calcium) • Blood vessel flow (calcium) Without enough vitamin D or calcium, your parathyroid glands compensate by producing too much of their hormone, a condition called hyperparathyroidism. That can lead to bone weakening ( osteoporosis) and increased fracture risk. Other problems from calcium and vitamin D deficiencies include: • Skeletal deformities ( rickets) in children ages 6-24 months • Muscle weakness in children and the elderly (vitamin D only) Given the crucial role of both nutrients in bone health, The Endocrine Society and the Institute of Medicine recommend certain consumption levels based on age and health. They have not yet found, however, that taking vitamin D provides cardiovascular protection. How Much Vitamin D and Calcium Do You Need? The Endocrine Society and The Institute of Medicine have suggested recommended daily allowances (RDA) for vitamin D and calcium, as well as maximum daily consumption amounts that you should not exceed for your safety: Population Calcium RDA (mg) Calcium Max (mg) Vitamin D RDA (IU) Vitamin D Max (IU) 0-6 months 200 1,000 400 1,000 6-12 months 260 1,500 400 1,500 1-3 years 700 2,500 600 2,500 4-8 ...

Calcium and vitamin D combination Generic name: calcium and vitamin D combination [ KAL-see-um-and-VYE-ta-min-D] Brand names: UpCal D, Os-Cal 250 with D, Oysco D, Dical-D, Calcet, Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D, O-Cal-D, Oyster-D, Oyst-Cal-D, Caltro with Vitamin D, Oysco 500 with D, Oysco D with Calcium, Os-Cal with D, Calcarb with D, Posture-D H/P, Dical Captabs, Dicalphos plus D, Os-Cal 500 with D, Caltrate 600 with D Plus Soy, Caltrate Colon Health, Calvite P/D, Sedecal D, Chewable Calcium with Vitamin D, Osteocit D Plus, Os-Cal 500 + D, Citracal Petites, Citracal Creamy Bites, Citracal 250 mg + D, Calcio Del Mar, Citrus Calcium with Vitamin D, Calcium 600+D, Risacal-D, Liquid Calcium with Vitamin D, Citracal Maximum + D, Citracal Calcium + D Slow Release 1200, Citracal Calcium Gummies, Caltrate Gummy Bites, Super Calcium 600 + D3 400, Os-Cal Calcium+D3, Caltrate 600 + D, Citracal Regular, Calcet Petites, Calcium 500+D, D3 with Calcium, Calcium Plus Vitamin D3 Dosage forms: oral capsule (600 mg-5 mcg), oral powder for reconstitution (500 mg-12.5 mcg/5 g), oral tablet ((as carbonate and lactate) 200 mg-6.25 mcg, 117 mg-3.325 mcg, 200 mg-6.25 mcg, 250 mg-3.125 mcg, 250 mg-5 mcg, 315 mg-5 mcg, 315 mg-6.25 mcg, 500 mg-10 mcg, 500 mg-15 mcg, 500 mg-3.125 mcg, 500 mg-5 mcg, 600 mg-10 mcg, 600 mg-20 mcg, 600 mg-3.125 mcg, 600 mg-5 mcg), oral tablet, chewable (250 mg-10 mcg; 250 mg-12.5 mcg; 500 mg-10 mcg; 500 mg-2.5 mcg; 600 mg-20 mcg), oral tablet, extended release (600 ...

Take this If you are using the liquid form of this medication, carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. If you are taking the chewable form of this medication, chew thoroughly before swallowing. If you are taking capsules, swallow each capsule whole. Do not crush or chew extended-release tablets. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. Swallow the whole tablet without crushing or chewing. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time(s) each day. If your doctor has recommended that you follow a special diet, it is very important to follow the diet to get the most benefit from this medication and to prevent serious side effects. Do not take other If you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away. If your doctor has directed you to use this Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: A very serious This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345. Befor...