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Os-Cal 500
Calcium Carbonate-Oral


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).

ALTERNATE NAMES

Calcium Carbonate, Oyst-Cal-500, Oyster Shell Calcium, Oysco-500, Calcium 500, Hi Calcium, Sb Oyster Calcium, Hi-Calcium, Hi-Cal, Oyster Shell, Oyster Calcium 500, Natural O-S Cal 500, Natural O-S Cal, Vr Calcium, Natural Oyster Shell Calcium, Hm Calcium, Calcium Oyster Shell, Oyster Tabs, Calpak, Cal-Carb Forte, Ostrarid, Good Sense, Oyscal 500, Oystercal 500

 
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os-Cal 500 prescription drug /side effects/Calcium Carbonate-Oral Os-Cal 500 Tablets Tab 1250 mg pic 2
os-Cal 500 prescription drug /side effects/Calcium Carbonate-Oral Os-Cal 500 + Extra D - Calcium pic 4
os-Cal 500 prescription drug /side effects/Calcium Carbonate-Oral Os-Cal 500+D Caplets 60 ct pic 5
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os-Cal 500
Calcium Carbonate, Oyst-Cal-500, Oyster Shell Calcium, Oysco-500, Calcium 500, Hi Calcium, Sb Oyster Calcium, Hi-Calcium, Hi-Cal, Oyster Shell, Oyster Calcium 500, Natural O-S Cal 500, Natural O-S Cal, Vr Calcium, Natural Oyster Shell Calcium, Hm Calcium, Calcium Oyster Shell, Oyster Tabs, Calpak, Cal-Carb Forte, Ostrarid, Good Sense, Oyscal 500, Oystercal 500

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).


Storage
  • Store at room temperature and keep away from moisture and sunlight.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.
  • Do not freeze the liquid forms.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include severe nausea and vomiting, weakness, or constipation.

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OS-CAL 500 D
OS-CAL 500 D
Os-Cal 500 Tablets Tab 1250 mg
Os-Cal 500 Tablets Tab 1250 mg
Os-Cal 500 + Extra D - Calcium
Os-Cal 500 + Extra D - Calcium
Os-Cal 500+D Caplets 60 ct
Os-Cal 500+D Caplets 60 ct


How To Use
  • Take with a large glass of water during or after a meal.
  • Use as directed.
  • If you are using a chewable product, it must be chewed well before swallowing.
  • If you are using an effervescent tablet, it must be dissolved in a glass of cold water or juice before taking it.
  • Allow the tablet to stop fizzing before drinking.
  • Drink the liquid 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 some adverse effects.
  • Notify your doctor if you experience any of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, stomach pain, thirst, dry mouth, increased urination.
  • 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 Os-Cal 500: diarrhea, stomach trouble, parathyroid disease, lung disease (sarcoidosis), kidney stones.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using Os-Cal 500.
  • 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: vitamins, tetracycline, quinolone antibiotics (e.g.
  • ciprofloxacin), gallium nitrate, cellulose sodium phosphate, etidronate, magnesium sulfate, 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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