Calcium Carbonate-vitamin D

Drug Details

This medication combination is designed to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels in individuals who do not receive sufficient calcium from their diets. It is useful for managing conditions resulting from calcium deficiency, such as osteoporosis (bone loss), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (reduced activity of the parathyroid gland), and latent tetany (a muscle disease). Additionally, it ensures adequate calcium intake for certain groups, including pregnant, nursing, or postmenopausal women, and individuals taking medications like phenytoin, phenobarbital, or prednisone. Calcium is vital for the proper functioning of nerves, cells, muscles, and bones. A deficiency in blood calcium causes the body to extract calcium from bones, weakening them. Vitamin D supports the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, which are crucial for developing and maintaining strong bones.