Calcium Sandoz Women 500 Mg/250iu Tablet 15
Description
Calcium Sandoz Women tablet contains Calcium and Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol /cholecalciferol). Calcium plays a vital role in the body, necessary for the normal functioning of cells, nerves, muscle a
nd bones, and vitamin D absorbs the calcium and phosphorus in the body. Calcium Sandoz Women tablet is used to treat low levels of calcium in the blood such as weak bones, bone loss, muscle weakness; when patients do not get enough calcium from the diet. This supplement should be taken with meals to gain optimal benefit.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹137.44 |
You Save | ₹18.74 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Vitamin D3 / Cholecalciferol(250.0 Iu)+Calcium Carbonate(500.0 Mg) |
Therapy | CALCIUM AND VITAMIN D SUPPLEMENTATION |
Uses of Calcium Sandoz Women 500 Mg/250iu Tablet 15
- For treatment of vitamin D and calcium deficiency
- For treatment of osteoporosis
- In special populations like elderly, pregnancy, breast feeding who need vitamin D and calcium supplements
Precautions and Warnings of Calcium Sandoz Women 500 Mg/250iu Tablet 15
Other General Warnings
- You are allergic to vitamin D, calcium or any other ingredients of this medicine.
- You have a high level of calcium or vitamin D in the blood, a high level of calcium in urine, kidney stones or are bedridden.
- You are suffering from tissue calcification (deposit of calcium in body tissues).
- You are suffering from malabsorption.
- You have kidney problems or blood cancer.
- You are taking any other product containing vitamin D or calcium.
- You have high levels of cholesterol, then caution is needed.
- Never take thyroid medicine and this medicine together at the same time.
- 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.
Ingredients and Benefits of Calcium Sandoz Women 500 Mg/250iu Tablet 15
- Calcium: It is essential for functioning of like nerve, muscles, cells and bone strength.
- Vitamin D3: It increases the absorption of calcium and phosphorous from the intestine. It is crucial for bone strength. Due to lack of vitamin D, you may experience fractures, muscle pain, weakness.
Directions for Use of Calcium Sandoz Women 500 Mg/250iu Tablet 15
- Take Calcium Sandoz Women tablet as your doctor has advised you.
- You should not consume vitamin supplements more than the stated recommended daily dose.
Content Details

Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Which foods are good source of vitamin D?
- Very few food products are good source of vitamin D like cod liver oil, cheese, egg yolk.
- Vitamin D is formed under our skin when we are exposed to sun.
- Sun exposure drom 10 am to 3pm atleast twice a week for 10-30 minutes can help prevent vitamin deficiency.
Q: Why should one take vitamin D?
- With current lifestyle, we are all based indoors in air conditioned offices, houses and cars; with hardly any exposure to the sun.
- This is leading to increased vitamin D deficinecy in all age groups and more fractures, mucle weakness.
- There is lot of research happening suggesting that vitamin D may have role in preventing onset of diabetes, cancers like colon, breast, help build immunity.
Q: Can it be harmful if I take it too much of Calcium Sandoz Women tablet?
- Yes taking too much can be harmful. There is a misconception that too much of vitamins is not harmful.
- When taken in excess or in high doses for too long excessive vitamin D and calcium can cause overdose.
- Overdose can cause loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, kidney stones, bone pain, excessive thirst, increased calcium in blood, urine, muscle weakness, irregular heart beat.
- If you think you have taken too much of Calcium Sandoz Women tablet, stop taking it and contact your doctor immediately
Q: How to take Calcium Sandoz Women tablet?
Q: Can I take Calcium Sandoz Women tablet during pregnancy?
References
- Calcichew-D3 1000 mg/800 IU Once Daily chewable tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 28 April 2021]
- Office of Dietary Supplements - Vitamin D [Internet]. Ods.od.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 28 April 2021]
- CAL360 Tablets [Internet]. CiplaMed. 2021 [cited 28 April 2021]
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