Calcium 500 dura effervescent tablets, 40 pcs

Description of the product

The present medicine is a mineral preparation that is used to prevent and treat calcium deficiency and to provide supportive therapy for osteoporosis.It is available over the counter, so you can purchase it without a doctor's prescription.

Areas of application

This preparation is used to prevent calcium deficiency when needed, for example during growth, pregnancy or breastfeeding.It also serves as a supportive treatment for osteoporosis.

Active ingredients and ingredients

The medicine contains 1250 mg of calcium carbonate, which corresponds to 500 mg of calcium ions.The following excipients are also included: 25 mg aspartame, phenylalanine, anhydrous citric acid, Dimeticon 1000, 350 mg lactose 1-water, macrogol 6000, methyl cellulose, povidone K25, saccharin sodium 2-water, highly disperse silicon dioxide, sorbic acid, 23 mg total sodium ions, lemon aroma.

Contraindications

The medicine must not be taken if calcium concentrations in the blood or urine are too high, if limbs are immobilized for a long time, if there are calcium-containing kidney stones or calcification of the kidneys, or if you are hypersensitive to the active ingredient or any of the other ingredients.

Dosage

Always take the medicine exactly as directed.The usual dose is 500 to 1000 mg of calcium daily, equivalent to 1 to 2 effervescent tablets daily.The treatment of calcium deficiency and osteoporosis must be long-term.Talk to your doctor about how long you should take the medicine.

If you have taken more of the medicine than you should, an overdose usually has no consequences.If you still experience symptoms, please contact your doctor.Do not take a double dose if you forget to take the previous dose.

Intake

The effervescent tablets are dissolved in a glass of water.It is taken during or after eating.

Patient information

Particular caution is required when taking the drug as calcium excretion in the urine is increased.This can increase the tendency to form kidney stones, which can be avoided by drinking plenty of fluids.In case of renal insufficiency, the drug should only be used with ongoing monitoring of calcium and phosphate concentrations in the blood and urine.

Only take this medicine after consulting your doctor if you have impaired kidney function or a low phosphate concentration in your blood.Also ask your doctor for advice if you have a family history of calcium-containing kidney stones.

No special precautions are required regarding the ability to drive and use machines.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Before taking/using any medicines, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.The medicine should only be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding if there is a calcium deficiency.Contact your doctor before taking.