Product Name

• Calcy 600 Mg, Calcium Supplement, For Bone Health - 30 Tablets

Scientific Name

• Calcium Tablets

Category Of Calcy 600 Mg Tablets

• Vitamins & Food Supplement

Mechanism Of Action Of Calcium

• Calcium is a mineral found in over-the-counter supplements or prescription formulations used for the treatment of specific medical conditions related to calcium deficiency.
• Calcium is essential elements in bones
• in osteoporosis calcium helps prevent or decrease the rate of bone loss
• Calcium is also involved in normal cardiac function

Therapeutic Indications Of Calcy 600 Mg Tablets

• Supports the general wellbeing
• Help you fulfill your nutritional needs and support your everyday health and wellbeing
• Calcium is used to treat and prevent calcium deficiency which may occur if your diet or lifestyle does not provide enough, or when body requirements are increased.
• This medicine may also be prescribed or recommended for certain bone conditions, for example osteoporosis, or during pregnancy (under medical supervision)

Method Of Administration Of Calcy 600 Mg Tablets

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
• Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• For use as an additional osteoporosis therapy: One tablet 2 or 3 times a day.
• For calcium deficiency: One tablet 2 or 3 times a day.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Calcy 600 Mg Tablets

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Upset stomach
2. Frequent urge to urinate
3. Headache
4. Loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting
5. Unusual tiredness or weakness, along with elevated levels of calcium in the blood and kidney impairment.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Calcy 600 Mg Tablets

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Advice To Avoid Calcium Deficiency & Maintain Bone Health

• There are many calcium-rich foods that can help you maintain a healthy level of calcium in your system, like Milk, Yogurt and Cheese
• When it comes to healthy bones and preventing osteoporosis, calcium alone is not enough. There are a number of other vital nutrients that help your body absorb and make use of the calcium you consume. This include magnesium and vitamin D
• You can always check for vitamin D deficiency by Natejah Vitamin D Deficiency Rapid Test
• Beware of caffeine you consume, as drinking more than 2 cups of coffee a day can lead to calcium loss.
• Limit soft drinks, as in order to balance the phosphates in soft drinks, your body draws calcium from your bones
• exercise also plays a vital role in maintaining bone strength especially weight-bearing activities such as walking, weightlifting and stair climbing.

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Calcy 600 Mg Tablets

• Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

1. If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.
2. If you have or have had a peptic ulcer
3. If you suffer from hepatic disease
4. If you suffer from renal impairment
5. If you suffer from any cardiac disease
6. If you suffer of bronchial asthma
7. If you suffer from diabetes
8. If you have osteoporosis
9. If you have cancer or any other conditions that may have affected your bones.

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Calcy 600 Mg Tablets

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

Normal Range

• The body is set to have a normal amount of calcium (somewhere between 8.6 to 10.3 mg/dL).
• A vitamin D level of 20 nanograms/milliliter to 50 ng/mL is considered adequate for healthy people. A level less than 12 ng/mL indicates vitamin D deficiency.
• Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different labs. Talk to your provider about the meaning of your test results.

For More Information About Calcium

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Medscape at Information About Calcium
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About Calcium
• Visit Drugbank.com at Information About Calcium