Description
This medicine is indicated in preventing & treating low blood levels of calcium in individuals who are unable to get enough calcium from their diet. Hence, this medication can be used to treat conditions caused by low calcium levels like osteoporosis (bone loss), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (reduced activity of parathyroid gland) & latent tetany (a muscle disease).
Primary Uses
Hypocalcemia, Dyspepsia
Expert Advice
- This medicine should be taken by mouth with food.
- Follow all directions mentioned on the product package or act as directed by the doctor.
- When using chewable medicine, chew it well before swallowing
- In case of effervescent tablet, allow tablet to fully dissolve in water before drinking it.
Side Effects
Its side effects include constipation and upset stomach. More serious but unlikely to occur side effects include nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, unusual weight loss, mental & mood changes, bone & muscle pain, weakness, increased thirst/ urination.
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