Ra Calcium 600/vitamin D-3

Drug Details

This medication combines essential nutrients to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels, particularly for individuals not obtaining sufficient calcium from their diet. It is effective in managing conditions resulting from calcium deficiency, such as osteoporosis (bone loss), osteomalacia/rickets (weak bones), hypoparathyroidism (reduced parathyroid gland activity), and latent tetany (a muscle disorder). Additionally, it ensures adequate calcium intake for specific groups, including pregnant, nursing, or postmenopausal women, and individuals on medications like phenytoin, phenobarbital, or prednisone. Calcium is crucial for the proper functioning of nerves, cells, muscles, and bones. When blood calcium is inadequate, the body may extract calcium from bones, leading to their weakening. Vitamin D is vital as it enhances the body's ability to absorb calcium and phosphorus, both essential for maintaining strong and healthy bones.