Contents
Greyish white square chewable lemon flavour tablets containing calcium carbonate 1250mg (equivalent to 500mg elemental calcium) and vitamin D3 400iu (colecalciferol 10mcg)
Indication
Vitamin D and calcium deficiency correction in the elderly; vitamin and calcium supplement as an adjunct to specific therapy for osteoporosis
Dosage
Adults: One twice daily. Chew the tablets and take with a glass of water
Caution
Contraindicated in patients with hypercalcaemia, hypercalciuria, calcium lithiasis, tissue calcification, myeloma and bone metastases, renal insufficiency or allergy to peanut or soya. Patients taking certain diuretic or heart medicines should inform their doctor before taking Calceos.
Chapter
Vitamins and minerals
Disclaimer
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