Calcium-C

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.