How does it work?

Calcium is needed for the formation of strong bones and healthy teeth and is involved in helping the blood 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, the body obtains all the calcium it needs 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 the diet is not providing the body with enough calcium, supplements are needed. Calcium supplements are also useful in osteoporosis; a calcium intake which is twice the recommended daily allowance (RDA) slows the rate of bone loss.

What is it used for?

Calcium deficiency

Use with caution in

Decreased kidney function

Not to be used in

Calcilithiasis - calcium stones in the kidneys.

Decreased kidney function

High levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcaemia)

High levels of calcium in the urine (hypercalciuria)

Known sensitivity or allergy to any ingredient

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.

There are no known harmful effects when this medicine is used by breastfeeding mothers.

Label warnings

Dissolve or mix this medication with water before taking.

How can this medicine affect other medicines?

Calcium reduces the absorption of the following medicines: fluoride preparations tetracyclines ciprofloxacin norfloxacin levofloxacin Thiazide diuretics decrease the excretion of calcium by the kidneys, increasing the risk of hypercalcaemia (high calcium blood levels). Calcium may increase the risk of side effects with cardiac glycosides e.g. digoxin.

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