CALCIUM D3 beta effervescent tablets, 100 pcs

Areas of application

Calcium D3 beta is a mineral and vitamin combination preparation.It is used to compensate for concurrent calcium and vitamin D deficiency in the elderly and to support specific osteoporosis treatment in patients with proven or high risk of concurrent calcium and vitamin D deficiency.No prescription is required for this product.

Active ingredients and ingredients

The active ingredients of Calcium D3 beta are calcium (as carbonate) and colecalciferol (vitamin D3).One effervescent tablet contains 1000 mg calcium (as calcium carbonate) and 880 IU vitamin D3 (corresponding to 22 µg colecalciferol).The other ingredients include RRR-alpha-tocopherol, hydrogenated soybean oil, gelatin, sucrose (sugar), corn starch, citric acid, sodium hydrogen carbonate, lactose monohydrate, povidone K 25, saccharin sodium, sodium cyclamate, macrogol 6000, dimeticone, colloidal silicon dioxide, methyl cellulose and orange juice flavor.

Dosage and application

The recommended dose is 1000 mg calcium and 880 IU vitamin D3 daily, corresponding to 1 effervescent tablet once daily.The effervescent tablets are dissolved in a glass of water.The duration of treatment is decided individually.Always take the medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.

Contraindications

Calcium D3 beta must not be taken if you are allergic to calcium carbonate, vitamin D3, soy, peanuts or any of the other ingredients.The preparation should also not be used if calcium concentrations in the blood are too high, for certain tumors, for immobilization of limbs and for certain lung diseases such as sarcoidosis.

Side effects

Possible side effects include constipation, bloating, nausea, stomach pain and diarrhea.In the first few months of use, there may be increased calcium excretion in the urine, which can promote stone formation.Renal insufficiency and long-term use of high doses can lead to an increase in the calcium concentration in the blood and increased calcium excretion in the urine.

Warnings and precautions

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Calcium D3 beta if you have impaired kidney function, have kidney stones or kidney calcification, have increased calcium excretion in your urine or are taking calcium or alkaline substances from other sources.Drinking plenty of fluids can reduce the risk of calcium salts and kidney and urinary stones forming.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.Calcium D3 beta should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to the high dosage of vitamin D.

Storage

Keep this medicine out of the reach and reach of children.Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the label and carton after “Use By”.Keep the tube tightly closed to protect the contents from moisture.The shelf life after opening a tube is 4 weeks.