OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D

Drug Name: OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D

OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D DESCRIPTION:
CALCIUM SUPPLEMENT WITH VITAMIN D - ORAL

COMMON OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D BRAND NAME(S):
Citracal + D, Os-Cal, Oyster Shell + D

OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D SIDE EFFECTS:
OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D 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 OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D:
OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D: Take OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D 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.

OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D 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.

OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart disease or kidney stones. OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D should be used as directed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.

OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D 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.

OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D 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.

OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D 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 OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D 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.

OYSTER SHELL CALCIUM W/VIT D 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.