Calcium Carb-cholecalciferol

Calcium 500+d High Potency

Noah Chung M.D.

This combination medication is used to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels in people who do not get enough calcium from their diets. It may be used to treat conditions caused by low calcium levels such as bone loss (osteoporosis), weak bones (osteomalacia/rickets), decreased activity of the parathyroid gland (hypoparathyroidism), and a certain muscle disease (latent tetany). It may also be used in certain patients to make sure they are getting enough calcium (including women who are pregnant, nursing, or postmenopausal, people taking certain medications such as phenytoin, phenobarbital, or prednisone).    Calcium plays a very important role in the body. It is necessary for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscle, and bone. If there is not enough calcium in the blood, then the body will take calcium from bones, thereby weakening bones. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus. Having the right amounts of vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus is important for building and keeping strong bones.

This combination medication is designed to prevent or treat low levels of calcium in the blood for individuals who do not obtain sufficient calcium through their diet. It's often prescribed for conditions arising from calcium deficiency, such as osteoporosis, osteomalacia/rickets, hypoparathyroidism, and latent tetany. Additionally, it ensures adequate calcium intake for specific groups, including pregnant or nursing women, postmenopausal women, and individuals on certain medications like phenytoin, phenobarbital, or prednisone. Calcium is essential for the normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscles, and bones. Inadequate calcium levels can lead to the body extracting calcium from bones, causing them to weaken. Vitamin D is crucial as it aids in the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, both vital for maintaining strong bones.

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Dosage	Quantity	Price from	Per unit
500-10MG-MCG	180 Tablets	$10.13	$0.06
500-10MG-MCG	60 Tablets	$8.71	$0.15
500-10MG-MCG	130 Tablets	$9.54	$0.07
500-10MG-MCG	300 Tablets	$11.55	$0.04

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