About calcium vitamin d
Calcium and vitamin D supplement
Used for
- Prevention or treatment of calcium and vitamin D deficiency
- Support for bone health, including in osteoporosis care
Usual adult dose
Usually one tablet twice daily with food; follow the product label or clinician’s directions.
Usual dose in children
Dose varies by age and dietary intake; use only under clinician guidance.
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Gas or bloating
- Nausea
Important warnings
- Avoid excessive total calcium or vitamin D intake.
- Use caution with kidney disease or a history of kidney stones.
- May raise blood calcium, especially with certain conditions or medicines.
Pregnancy
Generally used when needed to meet calcium and vitamin D requirements; avoid excessive intake.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible at recommended doses; avoid excessive intake.
Interactions
- Can reduce absorption of levothyroxine; separate doses by several hours.
- Can reduce absorption of tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics; separate doses as directed.
- May interact with bisphosphonates; separate doses as directed.
- Thiazide diuretics can increase blood calcium.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.