Cal-CYUM [OTC]
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Cal-CYUM [OTC];Caltrate? 600+D [OTC];Caltrate? 600+SoyT [OTC];Caltrate? ColonHealthT [OTC];Chew-Cal [OTC];Citracal? Maximum [OTC];Citracal? Petites [OTC];Citracal? Regular [OTC];Liqua-Cal [OTC];Os-Cal? 500+D [OTC];Oysco 500+D [OTC];Oysco D [OTC];Oyst-Cal-D 500 [OTC]
Uses
- It is used to help growth and good health.
- It is used to put off or treat soft, brittle bones (osteoporosis).
- It is used to treat heartburn and upset stomach.
- It is used to stop and treat low calcium levels.
- Antacids lower stomach acid.
- Calcium is a diet aid that helps the body make strong bones.
- Vitamin D helps raise how much calcium gets in the body.
Dosing
How to take
- Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after a high bran or fiber meal.
- Take this drug with food.
- Take 1 to 3 hours after meals as an antacid.
- Chewable tablet: Chew or crush well. Mix crushed tablet with food. Do not swallow it whole.
- Soft, brittle bones (osteoporosis):
- Follow the diet and workout plan that your doctor told you about.
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