Calcium carbonate is a dietary supplement used when the amount of calcium taken in the diet is not enough. Calcium is needed by the body for healthy bones, muscles, nervous system, and heart. Calcium carbonate also is used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach. It is available with or without a prescription.
- This medication is used to treat symptoms caused by too much stomach acid such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion.
- It is an antacid that works by lowering the amount of acid in the stomach.
- Constipation, gas, and burping may occur.
- Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
- Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: loss of appetite, nausea/vomiting, unusual weight loss, bone/muscle pain, mental/mood changes (e.g., confusion), headache, increased thirst/urination, unusual weakness/tiredness.
- Before taking calcium carbonate, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as milk or dairy products found in some brands), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
- If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication: highypercalcemia, intestinal blockage, kidney disease (such as kidney stones).
- Some products may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU) or any other condition that requires you to restrict your intake of aspartame (or phenylalanine), consult your doctor or pharmacist about using this drug safely.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication.
- This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
- It is a laxative (osmotic-type) that is thought to work by drawing water into the intestines, an effect that helps to cause movement of the intestines.
- Magnesium Hydroxide is an antacid that neutralises excess acid in stomach.
Magnesium Hydroxide is a stool softener used in the treatment of constipation; it prevents dry and hard stools. It is also used to relieve symptoms such as heartburn, sour stomach, flatulence, etc.
- Stomach upset
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach cramps
- Muscle weakness
- This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
- Use of this medicine may increase the magnesium levels in the blood. The risk is especially higher in patients suffering from kidney diseases. Report any symptoms such as flushing of the skin, increased thirst, difficulty in breathing, changes in heart rate, etc. to the doctor immediately.
- Do not take it for more than 2 weeks, unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor.
- Avoid Magnesium Hydroxide, if you show signs of appendicitis or inflammed bowel (such as lower abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, nausea, vomiting). Please consult your doctor.
- Do not take the Magnesium Hydroxide at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines. It may interact with other medicines.
- Zinc is a naturally occurring mineral. Zinc is important for growth and for the development and health of body tissues.
- Zinc gluconate is used to treat and to prevent zinc deficiency.
- Lack of zinc may lead to poor night vision and wound-healing, a decrease in sense of taste and smell, a reduced ability to fight infections, and poor development of reproductive organs.
- Zinc supplements are used to prevent or treat zinc deficiency.
- The body needs zinc for normal growth and health.
- For patients who are unable to get enough zinc in their regular diet or who have a need for more zinc, zinc supplements may be necessary.
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
- Rare
- Chills
- Continuing ulcers or sores in mouth or throat
- Fever
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Sore throat
- Unusual tiredness or weakness
Symptoms of overdose
- Chest pain
- Dizziness
- Fainting
- Shortness of breath
- Vomiting
- Yellow eyes or skin
- Avoid taking this medication with foods that are high in calcium or phosphorus, which can make it harder for your body to absorb zinc gluconate.
- Zinc gluconate can make certain antibiotics less effective.
Generic Name: cholecalciferol
Vitamin D3 is needed for normal absorption of calcium and phosphorus, which is further utilized for development and maintenance of bones and teeth. This makes bones stronger and reduces risk for bone fractures. Vitamin D3 also has a role in ones nerve, muscle, and immune systems.
People who might need extra vitamin D3 include
- Older adult
- Breastfed infants
- People with dark skin
- People with certain conditions, such as liver diseases, cystic fibrosis and Crohn's disease
- People who have obesity or have had gastric bypass surgery
Symptoms of vitamin D3 deficiency include bone pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, and mood changes. Vitamin D3 is used for treating osteoporosis, rickets, osteomalacia, renal osteodystrophy and hypoparathyroidism.
- nausea
- vomiting
- constipation
- weight loss
- weakness
- increased calcium levels (hypercalcemia)
May cause allergic reactions or other problems if contain inactive ingredients such as peanut/soy. Pregnant women or Breastfeeding mothers need to consult their doctors before taking Vitamin D3 supplements.
CALBONA
By QUREWELL HEALTH SCIENCE PVT LTD
Calcium carbonate is a dietary supplement used when the amount of calcium taken in the diet is not enough. Calcium is needed by the body for healthy bones, muscles, nervous system, and heart. Calcium carbonate also is used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach. It is available with or without a prescription.
- This medication is used to treat symptoms caused by too much stomach acid such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion.
- It is an antacid that works by lowering the amount of acid in the stomach.
- Constipation, gas, and burping may occur.
- Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
- Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: loss of appetite, nausea/vomiting, unusual weight loss, bone/muscle pain, mental/mood changes (e.g., confusion), headache, increased thirst/urination, unusual weakness/tiredness.
- Before taking calcium carbonate, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as milk or dairy products found in some brands), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
- If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication: highypercalcemia, intestinal blockage, kidney disease (such as kidney stones).
- Some products may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU) or any other condition that requires you to restrict your intake of aspartame (or phenylalanine), consult your doctor or pharmacist about using this drug safely.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication.
- This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
- It is a laxative (osmotic-type) that is thought to work by drawing water into the intestines, an effect that helps to cause movement of the intestines.
- Magnesium Hydroxide is an antacid that neutralises excess acid in stomach.
Magnesium Hydroxide is a stool softener used in the treatment of constipation; it prevents dry and hard stools. It is also used to relieve symptoms such as heartburn, sour stomach, flatulence, etc.
- Stomach upset
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach cramps
- Muscle weakness
- This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
- Use of this medicine may increase the magnesium levels in the blood. The risk is especially higher in patients suffering from kidney diseases. Report any symptoms such as flushing of the skin, increased thirst, difficulty in breathing, changes in heart rate, etc. to the doctor immediately.
- Do not take it for more than 2 weeks, unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor.
- Avoid Magnesium Hydroxide, if you show signs of appendicitis or inflammed bowel (such as lower abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, nausea, vomiting). Please consult your doctor.
- Do not take the Magnesium Hydroxide at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines. It may interact with other medicines.
- Zinc is a naturally occurring mineral. Zinc is important for growth and for the development and health of body tissues.
- Zinc gluconate is used to treat and to prevent zinc deficiency.
- Lack of zinc may lead to poor night vision and wound-healing, a decrease in sense of taste and smell, a reduced ability to fight infections, and poor development of reproductive organs.
- Zinc supplements are used to prevent or treat zinc deficiency.
- The body needs zinc for normal growth and health.
- For patients who are unable to get enough zinc in their regular diet or who have a need for more zinc, zinc supplements may be necessary.
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
- Rare
- Chills
- Continuing ulcers or sores in mouth or throat
- Fever
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Sore throat
- Unusual tiredness or weakness
Symptoms of overdose
- Chest pain
- Dizziness
- Fainting
- Shortness of breath
- Vomiting
- Yellow eyes or skin
- Avoid taking this medication with foods that are high in calcium or phosphorus, which can make it harder for your body to absorb zinc gluconate.
- Zinc gluconate can make certain antibiotics less effective.
Generic Name: cholecalciferol
Vitamin D3 is needed for normal absorption of calcium and phosphorus, which is further utilized for development and maintenance of bones and teeth. This makes bones stronger and reduces risk for bone fractures. Vitamin D3 also has a role in ones nerve, muscle, and immune systems.
People who might need extra vitamin D3 include
- Older adult
- Breastfed infants
- People with dark skin
- People with certain conditions, such as liver diseases, cystic fibrosis and Crohn's disease
- People who have obesity or have had gastric bypass surgery
Symptoms of vitamin D3 deficiency include bone pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, and mood changes. Vitamin D3 is used for treating osteoporosis, rickets, osteomalacia, renal osteodystrophy and hypoparathyroidism.
- nausea
- vomiting
- constipation
- weight loss
- weakness
- increased calcium levels (hypercalcemia)
May cause allergic reactions or other problems if contain inactive ingredients such as peanut/soy. Pregnant women or Breastfeeding mothers need to consult their doctors before taking Vitamin D3 supplements.