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Calcium is an essential mineral that helps keep your bones and teeth strong and healthy. It is also crucial for the proper functioning of muscles, nerves, and the heart, and helps in blood clotting. Adequate calcium intake supports overall bone health, reduces the risk of fractures, and contributes to proper growth and development. Ensuring you get enough calcium in your diet helps your body perform everyday functions and maintain long-term wellness.

Uses

  • For the treatment of calcium deficiency.
  • As an adjunct for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis and bone disorders.
  • As a supplement when calcium requirement of body is high such as in elderly, after surgery, during pregnancy and lactation.

Contraindications

When should one not use Calcium

If you are allergic to calcium.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

  • Mild stomach upset or discomfort
  • Constipation
  • Gas or bloating
  • Nausea

Ingredients and Benefits

  • Calcium is one of the most abundant minerals in the body, which is essential for critical metabolic functions.
  • Most prominently, it is required for the building and maintenance of healthy bones and teeth.
  • It plays crucial role in nerve transmission, muscle function, cellular signalling and hormone secretion.
  • It is very important to maintain the balance between breaking down and building bones.
  • It also supports flexible movements and the mobility of muscles and bones.

Precautions and Warnings

Other General Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • If you have any existing medical condition like diabetes, hypertension, kidney or liver problem
  • If you are on other medications, supplements or following any complementary or integrative health approaches
  • If you should not take this supplement if you are allergic to any of the component of this supplement
  • If you have any planned surgery or operation. You may be asked to stop taking these products at least 2-3 weeks ahead of the procedure
  • Dietary supplements are intended to supplement the diets of some people and should not be a substitute for a well-balanced, varied diet and a healthy lifestyle

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Milk, curd, cheese, paneer and other dairy productsChinese cabbage, kale, and broccoli

If you have kidney function problem or kidney stoneYou are taking water pills or medicine for heart failure You are taking any other medicines or supplements containing calciumYou are suffering from tissue calcification (deposit of calcium in body tissues)

Yes, taking it too much of this supplement can be harmful. Overdose can cause stomach discomforts. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, seek medical attention immediately.

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