CALTRATE PLUS

Drug Name: CALTRATE PLUS

CALTRATE PLUS DESCRIPTION:
CALCIUM SUPPLEMENT WITH VITAMIN D - ORAL

COMMON CALTRATE PLUS BRAND NAME(S):
Citracal + D, Os-Cal, Oyster Shell + D

CALTRATE PLUS SIDE EFFECTS:
CALTRATE PLUS is generally well tolerated. Constipation may occur. Notify your doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, dry mouth, increased thirst or increased urination while taking CALTRATE PLUS. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE CALTRATE PLUS:
CALTRATE PLUS: Take CALTRATE PLUS orally as directed. It is best taken with or just after a meal to improve absorption. Take each dose with a full glass of water.

CALTRATE PLUS USES:
Calcium plays a critical role in the body. It is essential for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscle and bone. Vitamin D improves the absorption of calcium into the body. Calcium supplements are used to treat or prevent low blood calcium levels. Calcium may be prescribed for treatment of osteoporosis (bone loss), osteomalacia (brittle bones), rickets, tetany, parathyroid disease. Calcium supplements are often used to ensure an adequate dietary intake in conditions such as pregnancy, nursing, kidney disease, pancreatitis or during therapy with anti-seizure medications.

CALTRATE PLUS PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart disease or kidney stones. CALTRATE PLUS should be used as directed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.

CALTRATE PLUS DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially digoxin and tetracycline antibiotic. Avoid taking any tetracycline antibiotic within 1 to 2 hours of taking calcium since calcium may interfere with the absorption of tetracycline. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

CALTRATE PLUS OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea and vomiting, severe drowsiness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, metallic taste, stomach cramps, unconsciousness, diarrhea, weakness, headache, constipation, dizziness, or irritability.

CALTRATE PLUS NOTES:
Calcium supplements are available in different forms which vary in the amount of calcium they contain. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to help select the best product for you. Follow any dietary guidelines recommended.

MISSED CALTRATE PLUS DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; if it is near the time for the next dose, take both the missed dose and the regular scheduled dose then resume your usual dosing schedule.

CALTRATE PLUS STORAGE:
Store tablets and capsules at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.