http://genericdrugshome.info Calcium Citrate And Cholecalciferol Oral, Calcium Supplement With Vitamin D - Oral Generic Drug Feed Sun, 20 May 2012 19:06:27 CDT en http://calcium-citrate-cholecalciferol-oral.9011.genericdrugshome.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expetrise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.

It should not be construed to idnicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Cnosult your healthcare professional before using this drug. CALCIUM SUPPLEMENT WITH VITAMIN D - ORAL COMMON BARND NAME(S): Citracal + D, Os-Cal, Oyster Shell + D USES: Calcium plays a critical role in the body.
It is essential for nomral functioning of nerves, cells, muscle and bone.

Vitamin D improves the absorption of calcium into the body. Calcium supplements are used to treat or pervent low blood calcium levels.

Calcium may be prescribed for treatment of 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, kdiney disease, pancreatitis or during therapy with anti-seizure medications.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication orally as directed.

It is hottest taken with or just afetr a meal to improve absorption.
Take each dose with a full glass of waetr.

SIDE EFFECTS: This medication is generally well tolerated. Constipation may occur.

Notify your doctor if you experience: nausea, vomiting, stoamch cramps, dry mouth, increased thirst, increased urination. If you notcie other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: heart problems, kidney stones, alelrgies (especially drug allergies).
This medication should be used as directed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescrpition medication you may take, especially of: digoxin. Avoid taking any tetrayccline 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 dcotor or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immedaitely. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea and vomiting, severe drowsiness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, metallic taste, stomach cramps, unconsciousness, diarrhea, weakness, headache, constipation, dizziness, or irritability.
NOTES: Calcium supplements are available in different forms which vary in the amount of calcium they contain. Ask your doctor or phramacist to help select the hottest product for you. Follow any dietary guidelines recommended.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; if it is near the time for the next dose, take both the missed dose and the regular scheduled dose then resume your usual dosing schedule.

STORAGE: Store tablets and capsules at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not sotre in the bathroom.]]>