Calcium + Phosphorus + Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Calcium + Phosphorus + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) is available in various oral dosage forms such as tablets, capsules, chewable tablets, and liquid suspensions.
• These are taken by mouth.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is suitable for use in adults, children, and infants. Specific age restrictions depend on the formulation.

Contraindications

• Calcium + Phosphorus + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) is contraindicated in individuals with hypercalcemia or hypercalciuria, hyperphosphatemia, hypervitaminosis D, kidney stones, or severe kidney dysfunction.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Calcium + Phosphorus + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) may interact with bisphosphonates (such as alendronate and risedronate), tetracyclines (like doxycycline), quinolones (such as ciprofloxacin), and levothyroxine.
• It is recommended to take calcium supplements two hours before or after these medications to avoid interactions.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Calcium + Phosphorus + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) may lead to symptoms such as fatigue, confusion, excessive thirst, and frequent urination. If you suspect an overdose, it is important to consult a doctor immediately.
• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If experiencing minor gastrointestinal upset such as bloating or constipation, consider taking this medicine with meals or increasing water intake.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Calcium + Phosphorus + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) does not usually affect the ability to drive or operate machinery.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Consultation with a doctor is advised before using this medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It should only be used when clearly needed and under the supervision of a doctor.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution is advised when using Calcium + Phosphorus + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) in patients with pre-existing cardiovascular diseases, sarcoidosis, liver disease, and malabsorption syndromes.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Include calcium-rich foods like dairy products, green leafy vegetables, and fortified cereals in your diet to support bone health.
• Regular weight-bearing exercise such as walking or jogging helps strengthen bones.
• Limit alcohol consumption, which can affect calcium absorption.
• Ensure adequate sun exposure for natural vitamin D synthesis, or consider vitamin D-rich foods like fatty fish to maintain healthy levels.

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