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calcium and vitamin D combinationWhat is the most important information I should know about calcium and vitamin D combination?Before you take calcium and vitamin D combination, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, past or present kidney stones, heart disease, circulation problems, a parathyroid disorder, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Before taking calcium and vitamin D combination, tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor. What is calcium and vitamin D combination?Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of your body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Vitamin D is important for the absorption of calcium from the stomach and for the functioning of calcium in the body. Calcium and vitamin D combination is used to prevent or to treat a calcium deficiency. Calcium and vitamin D combination may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking calcium and vitamin D combination?If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication. Before you take calcium and vitamin D combination, tell your doctor if you have:
Talk to your doctor before taking calcium and vitamin D combination if you are pregnant. Talk to your doctor before taking calcium and vitamin D combination if you are breast-feeding. How should I take calcium and vitamin D combination?Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
The chewable tablet should be chewed before you swallow it.
What happens if I miss a dose?Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose. What happens if I overdose?
Overdose symptoms may include irregular heartbeat, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, a metallic taste in your mouth, confusion, loss of appetite, constipation, weakness, headache, confusion, or fainting. What should I avoid while taking calcium and vitamin D combination?
What are the possible side effects of calcium and vitamin D combination?
Less serious side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. What other drugs will affect calcium and vitamin D combination?Before taking calcium and vitamin D combination, tell your doctor if you are taking:
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with calcium and vitamin D combination. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor. Where can I get more information?Your pharmacist can provide more information about calcium and vitamin D combination.
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