Calcitas Sachet Of 1gm Granules

Very few food products are a good source of vitamin D like cod liver oil, cheese, egg yolk, etc. Vitamin D is formed under our skin when we are exposed to the sun.Sun exposure from 10 am to 3 pm at least twice a week for 10-30 minutes can help prevent this vitamin deficiency.

With the current lifestyle, we are all based indoors in air-conditioned offices, houses and cars with hardly any exposure to the sun. It can eventually lead to an increase in vitamin D deficiency in all age groups and more fractures and muscle weakness. There is a lot of research happening suggesting that vitamin D may have a role in preventing the onset of diabetes, cancers like colon, breast and helps build immunity.

Yes, taking too much of this supplement can be harmful. An overdose can cause stomach discomforts and increased calcium levels in the body. If you think you have taken too much of this supplement, seek medical attention immediately.

This supplement should be taken under medical supervision by a pregnant woman. High doses of vitamin D are not be taken in pregnancy.

Vitamin D deficiency occurs due to inadequate dietary intake, increased requirement and impaired absorption by the body. It can happen due to limited exposure to sunlight, the inability of kidneys to convert vitamin D into active form and poor absorption from the intestine. It is also common among individuals allergic to milk products, lactose intolerant and following some specific diet like ovo-vegetarianism and veganism.

Calcitas is a high dose of vitamin D and not meant for daily consumption. High doses of vitamin D are to be taken once a week for a few weeks as advised by your doctor.

Dissolve the granules in the required amount of water as advised by the doctor.Stir it well and consume it.

The doctor will decide the dose after assessing underlying medical conditions. Do not self-medicate.