CALCIUM 1000 HEXAL Effervescent tablets, 100 pcs

Instructions for use for CALCIUM 1000 HEXAL Effervescent tablets, 100 pcs

Directions for use of Calcium 1000 HEXAL Effervescent Tablets Calcium 1000 HEXAL is a mineral preparation used to prevent calcium deficiency and to help in the supportive treatment of osteoporosis. It contains the active ingredient calcium carbonate. Certain precautions should be observed before taking Calcium 1000 HEXAL , e.g. allergies to calcium carbonate, elevated calcium levels in the blood or urine, prolonged immobilisation of limbs, calcium-containing kidney stones or calcification of the kidney. People with impaired kidney function should consult their doctor before taking it. There is also a risk of hypercalcaemia, especially in patients who are pregnant or have impaired kidney function. Calcium 1000 HEXAL may interact with certain medicines, so patients should consult their doctor or pharmacist before taking it with other medicines. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking it. Side effects may include increased calcium concentrations in the blood and urine, constipation, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, itching, hives, skin rash and in rare cases severe allergic reactions. The medicinal product should be kept out of reach of children and should not be stored above 30 °C. The dosage is usually 1 effervescent tablet daily, which is dissolved in water and taken immediately. Calcium 1000 HEXAL is available in packs of 20, 40 and 100 effervescent tablets. Further information is available in the package leaflet.