What is Calcitrate with D?
Calcium is an essential mineral for the body's many functions, including bone formation and maintenance. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium more effectively. Calcitrate with D is used for treating or preventing a calcium shortage. Many brands and forms of calcium and vitamin D are available.This leaflet does not list all brands. This medication guide does not list all possible uses for calcitrate D.
Side effects of Calcitrate with D
When experiencing symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical assistance: difficulty breathing, hives or swelling to your lips or throat.
If you notice any of the following signs that your body has too much calcium, call your doctor immediately.
- Nausea, vomiting, constipation;
- Increased thirst or urination
- Muscle weakness and bone pain
- Feeling tired, confused, or lacking energy?
Side effects of calcitrate D include:
- Irregular heartbeat
- Weakness, drowsiness, headache;
- A metallic taste or feeling in your mouth, or a dry mouth
- Muscle or bone pain
There may be other side effects.Need advice regarding potential side effects? Make an appointment with your physician. The FDA can be contacted at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report side effects.
Similar/related drugs
Hydrochlorothiazide, alendronate, Prolia, Fosamax, calcium carbonate, acetylcysteine, and ascorbic acid
Warnings
Please read all the instructions on the label or package of your medication. Inform your healthcare provider about your medical conditions, your allergies, and the medicines you are using.
Before you take this drug
If you are suffering from:
- Kidney disease
- Kidney stone
- Heart disease
- Cancer;
- High levels of calcium in the blood
- Circulation problems
- Parathyroid disorder.
Consult your doctor before using the product if you are pregnant or nursing.
How to take Calcitrate with D?
Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use the recommended dose and do not exceed it. You can check the label to determine if you should take your calcitrate D with food or not. Take the tablet along with a glass of water. Chew the chewable tablet before swallowing it. No longer chew or crush the extended-release tablets. Take it as a whole. Calcium and vitamin D are only two parts of an overall treatment programme that includes diet changes.Discover which foods contain vitamin D and calcium. As you change your diet, it is possible that the dosage of your supplement will need to be adjusted. You should follow your doctor's advice. Store away from heat and moisture at room temperature.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you are almost due for your next dose, skip the missed one. Never take two doses of the same medicine at once.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 immediately if you suspect poison exposure and seek emergency medical help immediately.
What should be avoided?
Before taking any antacids, multivitamins, or mineral supplements, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interaction with other drug
Take other medicines at least two hours before or four to six hours after taking calcium. Calcitrate D may be affected by other drugs, such as vitamins and herbal remedies. Inform your doctor of all the medicines you are taking and those that you stop or start using.
