Product Details
CALCIUM CITRATE 1000 MG + VITAMIN D3 200 IU + MAGNESIUM 100 MG + ZINC 4 MG
Introduction : Calcium Citrate 1000 mg: A calcium supplement commonly used to prevent or treat calcium deficiency.
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) 200 IU: A form of vitamin D that helps the body absorb calcium and phosphorus.
Magnesium 100 mg: An essential mineral involved in various physiological processes, including bone health, muscle function, and nerve transmission.
Zinc 4 mg: An essential mineral that supports immune function, wound healing, and DNA synthesis.
Indication : Primary use of this combination medication is to manage calcium and vitamin D deficiencies. Calcium and vitamin D are vital nutrients required for various physiological functions, including bone health, muscle function, and nerve transmission. Insufficient intake of these nutrients can lead to deficiencies, resulting in weakened bones, muscle cramps, and other health issues. This combination provides supplemental calcium and vitamin D to maintain optimal levels in the body, thereby addressing deficiencies and supporting overall health.
Administration : Typically, one tablet is taken orally once or twice daily, or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Usually this medicine is taken after the food
Storage : Store the medication at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.
Mechanism of Action : Zinc is a cofactor for more than 70 different enzymes (eg, alkaline phosphatase, lactic dehydrogenase, and RNA and DNA polymerases) and plays a role in wound healing, maintaining growth and skin hydration, and senses of taste and smell
Therapeutic : Nutritional supplement
Side Effects : Constipation
Nausea or vomiting
Upset stomach
Contraindications : Information regarding the use of this medicine during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Safety Advice / Warnings : Long-term use of calcium supplements may increase the risk of cardiovascular events in some individuals.
Individuals with kidney disease should use magnesium supplements with caution and under medical supervision.
References : Combs Jr. GF, McClung JP. The Vitamins: Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health. 5th ed. Westborough, MA: Academic Press; 2017.
Holick MF, Binkley NC, Bischoff-Ferrari HA, et al. Evaluation, treatment, and prevention of vitamin D deficiency: an Endocrine Society clinical practice guideline. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2011 Jul;96(7):1911-30.
Office of Dietary Supplements: Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Calcium. Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health. Bethesda, MD. 2013.