Calcium Verla D 400 effervescent tablets, 120 pcs

Area of application

Calcium Verla D 400 is used to prevent and treat calcium and vitamin D3 deficiency.It is also useful as an additional support in the treatment of osteoporosis, especially in patients who are at increased risk of deficiencies in these nutrients.The product is available without a prescription.

Active ingredients and ingredients

The Calcium Verla D 400 effervescent tablets contain the active ingredients calcium and colecalciferol (vitamin D3).One tablet contains 600 mg of calcium, which is present as calcium carbonate, and 10 µg of colecalciferol, which corresponds to 400 IU of vitamin D3.In addition, the preparation contains various other ingredients such as all-rac-α-tocopherol, sucrose, sodium ascorbate, medium-chain triglycerides, colloidal silicon dioxide, modified corn starch, sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, citric acid, malic acid, sodium cyclamate, maltodextrin, saccharin sodium and lemon flavor, which contains sorbitol.The product is gluten-free, lactose-free and vegetarian.

What is Calcium Verla D 400?

Calcium Verla D 400 is a proven medicine that has been used for many years in the prevention and treatment of calcium and vitamin D deficiency as well as osteoporosis.The effervescent tablets taste refreshingly of lemon and can simply be dissolved in a glass of water.This not only promotes the absorption of nutrients, but also supports daily fluid intake.

The importance of calcium and vitamin D

Both calcium and vitamin D are essential for building bones.Calcium is the most important building block of our bone substance, while vitamin D ensures that calcium is absorbed by the body and stored in the bones.Calcium is mainly absorbed through food, while vitamin D can be produced by the body itself with sufficient exposure to sunlight.However, with increasing age, the ability to produce vitamin D decreases.In addition, in winter the UV-B radiation is too low in our latitudes to produce sufficient vitamin D through the skin.With a vitamin D deficiency, the body cannot absorb enough calcium, which can lead to a combined deficiency of both nutrients.

Consequences of a calcium deficiency

When there is a calcium deficiency, the body withdraws calcium from the bones to compensate for the deficiency.This is possible in the short term, but long-term undersupply leads to continuous bone loss and increased bone fragility.A calcium deficiency often doesn't become noticeable for a long time until muscle twitching, cramps and discomfort occur.Long-term calcium and vitamin D deficiencies can lead to osteoporosis, a disease in which bone structure is permanently lost.Osteoporosis often occurs in women after menopause, but older men are also increasingly affected.

Causes of calcium deficiency

Calcium balance depends on four factors: intake, requirement, loss and rate of absorption from the intestine.A deficiency can arise if not enough calcium is supplied, the requirement is increased, the body excretes too much calcium or the absorption is disturbed.Calcium intake from food is often not sufficient, especially if dairy products are avoided due to lactose intolerance or a vegan diet.The need for calcium increases during growth phases, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and in older age.Calcium losses can be caused by heavy sweating, physical work and certain medications.The absorption of calcium can be affected by high-fiber diets, hormonal changes, metabolic disorders and certain medications.

Application and dosage

Calcium Verla D 400 is used to prevent and treat calcium and vitamin D3 deficiencies and to support osteoporosis treatment.The usual dosage for adults is one effervescent tablet twice daily, which should be dissolved in a glass of water and drunk immediately.The exact dosage depends on the extent of the calcium deficiency and should be discussed with a doctor.

Contraindications

Calcium Verla D 400 must not be taken if there is an allergy to the active ingredient or one of the other ingredients, if calcium concentrations in the blood or urine are too high, if there are calcium-containing kidney stones or calcium deposits in the kidneys, or if there is an increased vitamin D level in the blood.

Patient information

Before taking the effervescent tablets you should speak to a doctor or pharmacist.During long-term treatment, blood calcium levels and kidney function must be monitored. If you are taking other vitamin D preparations at the same time, the dose should be taken into account and the calcium level should be checked regularly.In case of kidney dysfunction, vitamin D should be used cautiously and under supervision.Specific precautions should be taken in the case of certain lung diseases, immobilization osteoporosis and severely impaired kidney function.The effervescent tablets are not suitable for children.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

During pregnancy, Calcium Verla D 400 can be taken in the usual dosage.Higher doses should be avoided.The preparation can be taken during breastfeeding, but the dosage should be adjusted if additional vitamin D is given to the child.

Notes

Calcium Verla D 400 contains sorbitol, sucrose and sodium compounds.For information about risks and side effects, read the package leaflet and ask your doctor or pharmacy.