Calcium Carbonate (from Egg Shell) + Magnesium + Zinc + Vitamin D3

Indications

1. Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. 2. It can be used as supplement in case of inadequate intake of Calcium in 3. To maintain strong bone health

Adult Dose

Take 1-2 tablets daily with plenty of water or as directed by the physicians

Contra Indications

Increased activity of parathyroid gland, hypercalcemia, constipation, kidney stone & extreme loss of body water are such condition in which calcium intake is contraindicated.

Pregnancy-Lactation

This should be given to pregnant & lactating mothers as per recommendation of physician.

Interactions

Administering intravenous Ceftriaxone & Calcium can result in life-threatening damage to the lung & kidneys. Calcium should not be administered intravenously within 48 hours of intravenous. Calcium can reduce the absorption of tetracycline & fluoride preparations and minimum 3 hours time should be allowed between ingestion of these medications.

Adverse Effects

Flatulance, diarrhoea, constipation and allergic reactions etc are rare manifestation. Hypercalcemia due to prolong use has rarely been reported.

Mechanism of Action

Calcium is absorbed in the intestine which than passed through the intestine to blood and deposited into bone. Active transport through cell is dependent on Vitamin D3. Vitamin D3 keeps bone healthy by increasing the absorption of calcium in the intestines. Without Vitamin D3 body will be able to absorb only 10% to 15% of the Calcium from the diet.