Citracal

Citracal USES: Calcium supplements are used to ensure an adequate intake of calcium during important periods of bone growth such as in childhood, during pregnancy and while breast-feeding. In adults, calcium is used to prevent osteoporosis (deterioration of bone).

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Citracal Uses Calcium supplements are used to ensure an adequate intake of calcium during important periods of bone growth such as in childhood, during pregnancy and while breast-feeding. In adults, calcium is used to prevent osteoporosis (deterioration of bone). Notes Foods rich in calcium include: dairy products and leafy green vegetables such as broccoli, kale, and collards. Look for foods fortified with calcium such as orange juice and flour. There is no difference between calcium products derived from natural or synthetic sources. Storage Store at room temperature and keep away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Do not freeze the liquid forms. Photos Citracal is dedicated to giving men Key Pharmaceuticals - Osteoporosis How To Use Take with a large glass of water during or after a meal. Chewable tablets must be chewed well before swallowing. Effervescent tablets must be diluted in a glass of cold water or juice before taking. Allow the tablet to stop fizzing before drinking. Drink slowly. Because calcium can interfere with the absorption of other drugs, do not take other medications within 2 hours of taking calcium. Side Effects Calcium is generally well tolerated. High levels of calcium can cause nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, stomach pain, thirst, dry mouth, increased urination. Notify your doctor if your experience any of these effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using this medication: diarrhea, stomach trouble, parathyroid disease, lung disease (sarcoidosis) or kidney stones. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication. Some forms of calcium are known to be excreted into breast milk. Though there have been no reports (to date) of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose Take the missed dose as soon as possible but not if it is almost time for the next dose. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of vitamins, tetracycline, quinolone antibiotics (e.g. ciprofloxacin), gallium nitrate, cellulose sodium phosphate, etidronate, magnesium sulfate, calcium channel blockers (e.g., diltiazem, verapamil) and phenytoin. Do not eat large amounts of bran or whole grain cereals and breads. They may reduce absorption of calcium. Also, consuming alcohol, large amounts of caffeine, and tobacco smoking may affect absorption of calcium. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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