Calcium Carbonate + Calcium Gluconate + Vitamin-C

Each effervescent tablet contains Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Gluconate and Vitamin C. It supports bone health, immunity and tissue repair. Can be taken with or without food.

Treatment of calcium and vitamin C deficiency, osteoporosis, premenstrual syndrome, postmenopausal problems, increased demand for calcium and vitamin C during pregnancy and lactation, periods of rapid growth (childhood, adolescence), old age, during infectious disease and convalescence, adjuvant in colds and influenza.

Specific mineral & vitamin combined preparations

Calcium supplement + Vitamin C

Calcium is essential for neurotransmission, muscle contraction, and signal transduction pathways. Vitamin C is necessary for collagen formation and tissue repair; plays a role in oxidation/reduction reactions and synthesis of catecholamines, carnitine, and steroids; also plays a role in conversion of folic acid to folinic acid.

Calcium helps maintain bone mineralization and density and ensures normal nerve and muscle function. Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant, aids in collagen synthesis and plays a vital role in fighting infections. The combined action ensures bone health, immunity and overall wellness.

Adults and children above 7 years: 1 effervescent tablet daily. Children 3 to 7 years: 1/2 effervescent tablet daily. Or as directed by the physician.

Pour 1 tablet in a glass of water, dissolve within 1-2 minutes, drink immediately. Can be taken with or without food.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Common side effects: Anorexia, constipation, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, xerostomia, acid rebound, diarrhea, headache. Rare side effects: Hypercalcemia, hypophosphatemia, hypotension, milk-alkali syndrome.

Patients with mild to moderate renal failure or mild hypercalciuria should have periodic checks of plasma calcium and urinary calcium excretion. In patients with history of renal stones, urinary calcium excretion should be measured. Monitor serum and urinary calcium and kidney function during long-term treatment. Diabetic patients should consider sugar content.

Hypercalcemia (myeloma, bone metastases or other malignant bone disease), sarcoidosis, primary hyperparathyroidism, vitamin D overdosage, severe renal failure, severe hypercalciuria, hypersensitivity to any component.

Digoxin: calcium may enhance cardiac effects and precipitate digitalis intoxication. Thiazide diuretics: increased risk of hypercalcemia and milk-alkali syndrome. Decreases absorption of tetracyclines, atenolol, iron, quinolones, alendronate, sodium fluoride, zinc and calcium-channel blockers. Decreased absorption with corticosteroids. Enhanced absorption with vitamin D. Vitamin C enhances iron absorption.

Calcium and vitamin C supplements can be taken with or without food. Absorption of calcium is enhanced when taken with fatty foods.

Calcium and vitamin C requirements increase during pregnancy. This tablet can be used during pregnancy. Oral calcium has shown no increase in teratogenic risk to the fetus. Use under medical supervision.

Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.

Calcium is excreted in breast milk, but concentration is unlikely to produce adverse effects on the neonate. Vitamin C can be safely used during breastfeeding.

Children: 3-7 years: 1/2 tablet daily; above 7 years: 1 tablet daily. Consult a pediatrician.

Elderly (especially homebound) have higher risk of calcium and vitamin C deficiency, making this supplement particularly beneficial.

Contraindicated in severe renal failure. Caution required in mild to moderate renal failure or mild hypercalciuria. In patients with severe renal impairment receiving aluminium-containing preparations, use with caution as citrate salts may increase aluminium absorption.

Symptoms of overdose: gastrointestinal disturbances, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea. Serious overdose may cause hypercalcemia (especially in patients receiving high doses of vitamin D).

Store below 25°C in a cool and dry place, protected from heat, light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Keep the tube tightly closed after each use.

Each effervescent tablet contains: Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Gluconate and Vitamin C.