Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D

Name: Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D

What is Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D (calcium and vitamin D combination)?

Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of your body, especially bone formation and maintenance.

Vitamin D is important for the absorption of calcium from the stomach and for the functioning of calcium in the body.

Calcium and vitamin D combination is used to prevent or to treat a calcium deficiency.

Calcium and vitamin D combination may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D (calcium and vitamin D combination)?

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have kidney disease, past or present kidney stones, heart disease, circulation problems, a parathyroid disorder, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Avoid taking any other vitamin or mineral supplements that contain calcium or vitamin D without first talking to your doctor.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D (calcium and vitamin D combination)?

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have:

  • kidney disease;

  • past or present kidney stones;

  • heart disease;

  • cancer;

  • high levels of calcium in your blood;

  • circulation problems; or

  • a parathyroid gland disorder.

Do not take calcium and vitamin D without your doctor's advice if you are pregnant or breast-feeding a baby. Your dose needs may be different during this time.

How should I take Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D (calcium and vitamin D combination)?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Take the calcium and vitamin D regular tablet with a full glass of water.

Take this medicine with food that is not high in fiber (such as bran).

The chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it.

Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What other drugs will affect Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D (calcium and vitamin D combination)?

Other drugs may interact with calcium and vitamin D, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.

What are some other side effects of this drug?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

  • Upset stomach or throwing up.
  • Hard stools (constipation).

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Some side effects of Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

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