Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ Tablet

Composition of Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ Tablet

Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ Tablet contains Calcium (strength not specified), Vitamin D3/Cholecalciferol (strength not specified). It belongs to the Calcium salt with Vitamin D (nutritional supplement) class of medicines.

Uses of Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ Tablet

• Prevention and treatment of calcium and vitamin D deficiency
• nutritional support for bone health
• adjunct in osteoporosis/osteopenia
• support during increased requirements (elderly
• postmenopausal women
• pregnancy/lactation as advised)

Key benefits

• Helps prevent calcium deficiency
• Supports bone and teeth strength
• Improves calcium absorption with vitamin D
• Adjunct support in osteoporosis/osteopenia

How Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ Tablet works

Calcium is essential for bone mineralization and normal functioning of nerves and muscles. Vitamin D3 increases intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate and helps maintain adequate calcium levels for healthy bones.

How to take Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ Tablet

Tablet for oral use. Take as directed by physician/label, usually once daily after food with water; do not exceed recommended dose. If also taking iron/thyroid medicines/antibiotics, keep a gap of 2–4 hours.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can raise blood calcium dangerously, causing thirst, frequent urination, vomiting, confusion and kidney damage. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ Tablet

Most side effects of Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Constipation
• stomach upset
• nausea
• bloating
• flatulence

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in kidney disease, history of kidney stones, hypercalcemia, hyperparathyroidism or sarcoidosis. Avoid taking other calcium/vitamin D supplements concurrently unless advised. Seek medical advice if symptoms of high calcium occur (vomiting, excessive thirst/urination, confusion).

Do not take Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a high blood calcium level, or with certain kidney stones.

Interactions with other medicines

Levothyroxine, tetracyclines (e.g. doxycycline), fluoroquinolones (e.g. ciprofloxacin), bisphosphonates (e.g. alendronate), thiazide diuretics, digoxin/other cardiac glycosides, iron supplements

How to store Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Supradyn Naturals Calcium+ Tablet

Take calcium with food, and split the day's total if you take a large amount. Sunlight helps your body make its own vitamin D. Have your level rechecked as your doctor advises rather than continuing high doses indefinitely.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

PIRAMAL HEALTHCARE

Therapeutic class:

Vitamins & Minerals (Calcium supplement)

Drug class:

Calcium salt with Vitamin D (nutritional supplement)