Product Name

• Osterra, 500Mg/400IU, Calcium & Vitamin D, For Bone Health - 30 Tablets

Scientific Name

• Calcium & Vitamin D Tablets

Category Of Osterra, 500Mg/400IU Tablets

• Vitamins & Food Supplement

Mechanism Of Action Of Calcium & Vitamin D

• 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 an essential element in bones
• in osteoporosis, calcium helps prevent or decrease the rate of bone loss
• Calcium is also involved in normal cardiac function
• Vitamin D is a lipid-soluble vitamin elementary for a variety of biological effects, some of which include increasing the intestinal absorption of calcium, magnesium, and phosphate.
• Vitamin D also prevents calcium loss from kidney

Therapeutic Indications Of Osterra, 500Mg/400IU Tablets

• Supports the general wellbeing
• Help you fulfill your nutritional needs and support your everyday health and wellbeing
• This medicine contains calcium and vitamin D3 which are both essential for healthy bones and teeth.
• 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

Method Of Administration Of Osterra, 500Mg/400IU 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.
• Adults, elderly, and children over 12 years of age: Take 1 tablet once to twice daily or as directed by a physician
• Children under 12: Do not give to children under 12 years.
• 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 Osterra, 500Mg/400IU Tablets

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

1. Allergic reactions
2. Constipation, wind, nausea, stomach ache, diarrhea
3. Hypercalcemia (too much calcium in your blood) or hypercalciuria (too much calcium in your urine)

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Osterra, 500Mg/400IU 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 Osterra, 500Mg/400IU 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 from 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 Osterra, 500Mg/400IU 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 & Vitamin D

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