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.
Omega-3 fatty acids can improve your cardiovascular health.
Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of fat the body cannot make on its own. They are an essential fat, which means they are needed to survive.
Major &Minor side effects of Omega -3 fatty acid
- Raise levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL/“good” cholesterol).
- Lower blood pressure.
- burping.
- heartburn.
- stomach pain or discomfort.
- joint pain.
- vomiting.
- constipation.
- diarrhea.
- nausea.
Before taking omega-3 fatty acids, tell your doctor if you are allergic to them; or to fish; or if you have any other allergies.
This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as peanut/soy), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed.
Vitamin B12 is used in the treatment of vitamin B12 deficiency.
Vitamin B12 is a nutrient which the body requires in small amounts to make red blood cells, generate energy, and keep nerve cells healthy.
- Symptoms of Vitamin B12 Deficiency
- Weakness, tiredness, or lightheadedness
- Anemia
- Heart palpitations and shortness of breath
- Pale skin
- A smooth tongue
- Constipation, diarrhea, loss of appetite, or gas
- Nerve problems like numbness or tingling, muscle weakness, and problems walking
- Vision loss
- Mental problems like depression, memory loss, or behavioral changes
- Most people can prevent vitamin B12 deficiency by eating enough meat, poultry, seafood, dairy products, and eggs.
- If you don't eat animal products, or you have a medical condition that limits how well your body absorbs nutrients, you can take vitamin B12 in a multivitamin or other supplement and foods fortified with vitamin B12.
- CALCITRIOL is a man-made form of vitamin D. It helps your body keep the proper levels of calcium and phosphorus and maintain healthy bones and teeth.
- It raises Vitamin D levels in your blood. This, in turn, raises calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from your intestine
- Calcitriol is a synthetic version of Vitamin D3 used to treat calciumdeficiency with hypoparathyroidism (decreased functioning of the parathyroid glands) and metabolic bone disease in people with chronic kidney failure.
- Calcitriol is used in the treatment of calcium deficiency and postmenopausal osteoporosis.
- Constipation
- Dry Mouth
- Headache
- Loss Of Appetite
- Metallic Taste
- Stomach Upset
- Allergic Reactions Like Skin Rash, Itching Or Hives, Swelling Of The Face, Lips, Or Tongue
- Bone Pain
- Increased Thirst
- Increased Urination (Especially At Night)
- Irregular Heartbeat, High Blood Pressure
- Redness, Blistering, Peeling Or Loosening Of The Skin, Including Inside The Mouth
- Seizures
- Unexpected Weight Loss
- Unusually Weak Or Tired
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You should not use calcitriol if you have high levels of calcium or vitamin D in your blood, or you have had an allergic reaction to calcitriol or other forms of vitamin D.
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.