How does it work?

Microcrystalline hydroxyapatite compound is a source of calcium and phosphate in a protein base which also contains trace elements. Calcium is needed for the formation of strong bones and healthy teeth and is involved in helping the blood to clot. It is also required to transmit nerve signals and help muscles work. Calcium is found in milk and dairy products, as well as spinach, nuts and sardines. Usually, calcium requirements are met from the diet. However, there are times when the amount of calcium required is increased, such as during pregnancy, when breast feeding or with advancing age. If there is insufficient calcium in the diet, supplements are needed. The bone cells normally continuously deposit and remove calcium and phosphorous, stored in a protein network that makes up the structure of the bone. In osteoporosis, bone turnover is increased, causing the bones to become weak and prone to breaking. Giving calcium supplements slows down bone loss and leads to stronger bones. A calcium intake which is twice the recommended daily allowance (RDA) slows the rate of bone loss. Calcium supplements are also given to strengthen bone in osteomalacia and rickets, which are diseases in which the bone becomes soft due to lack of calcium and vitamin D.

What is it used for?

Breast feeding

Childhood disease in which the bones do not harden due to a deficiency in vitamin D (rickets)

Osteoporosis

Softening of the bones when there is lack of Vitamin D in the body

Warning!

Take this medicine with or after food.

Use with caution in

History of calcium kidney stones

Severe immobility such as paralysis

Not to be used in

High levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcaemia)

High levels of calcium in the urine (hypercalciuria)

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

There are no known harmful effects when this medicine is used during pregnancy.

This medicine is recommended and safe to take during breastfeeding.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

No side effects have been reported with this medicine

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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