About clacium
Calcium and vitamin D supplement
Used for
- Supports bone health and calcium intake
- Helps prevent or treat calcium deficiency
Usual adult dose
Follow the product label; doses depend on the calcium and vitamin D content.
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Gas or bloating
- Nausea
Important warnings
- Check total calcium intake from food and other supplements.
- Use caution with kidney disease or a history of kidney stones.
- Excess calcium may cause high blood calcium levels.
Pregnancy
Calcium is generally appropriate during pregnancy when needed; avoid excessive total intake.
Breastfeeding
Calcium is generally appropriate during breastfeeding when needed; avoid excessive total intake.
Interactions
- May reduce absorption of levothyroxine; separate doses by several hours.
- May interfere with absorption of certain antibiotics, including tetracyclines and quinolones.
- Can interact with bisphosphonates and iron supplements; separate doses as directed.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.