Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3
About
Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 belongs to the class of nutritional supplements used to prevent or treat low blood calcium levels in people who cannot get sufficient calcium from their diets. Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 effectively treats various conditions caused by low calcium levels in the body, such as osteoporosis, osteopenia, and osteoarthritis.
Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 contains Calcium Phosphate, Collagen and Vitamin D3. Calcium phosphate provides essential nutrients necessary for bone formation and maintenance. Vitamin D3 helps in the absorption of calcium phosphate. Collagen helps in the regeneration of cartilage (connective tissue), thereby providing strength to the bones and improving joints' flexibility.
Take Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 as recommended. Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 does not generally cause any side effects. In very rare cases, Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 may cause side effects such as mild loss of appetite, nausea and fatigue. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your physician if these side effects persist.
Avoid taking Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 if allergic to it. Keep your physician informed if you suffer from any kidney problems, diabetes, phenylketonuria, hypercalcemia, or have been immobilized for some time. Also, inform if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding.
Uses of Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3
Medicinal Benefits
Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 is used to treat low calcium levels in the body. It contains Calcium Phosphate, Collagen and Vitamin D3. It is used primarily to strengthen bones, joints and muscles and also in the treatment of bone disease. Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 works by enhancing the calcium and mineral content of bones. Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 also helps in improving joint mobility and movement in general. In addition, Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 promotes normal functioning and strength of muscle cells. Calcium Phosphate helps by restoring normal calcium levels in the body, required for optimal functioning of bones and joints. Vitamin D3 is an active form of Vitamin D, which increases the production of carrier proteins responsible for mobilizing calcium ions from the gut into the body, replenishing its stores. Vitamin D3 also activates bone-producing cells (osteoblasts) and reduces urinary loss of calcium from the body. Collagen is an important component of cartilage and bone and is hence essential in maintaining the joint architecture. It also provides lubrication to joints and eases movement, thereby relieving symptoms such as pain and stiffness.
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Storage
Side Effects of Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3
- Loss of appetite
- Weight Loss
- Fatigue
- Feeling sick
- Constipation
- Mood changes
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Avoid taking Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 if allergic to it. Inform your physician if you have/had kidney disease, hypercalcemia (high blood calcium levels), diabetes, phenylketonuria, or if you have been immobilised for some time. Keep your doctor informed if you have recently had any surgery. Consult your physician before using Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you are trying to get pregnant.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 may interact with antiepileptics (phenytoin, carbamazepine), diuretics (bendroflumethiazide, chlortalidone, and indapamide), heart medicines (digitoxin), steroids (hydrocortisone, prednisolone, dexamethasone), cholesterol-reducing drugs (Cholestyramine), antibiotics (doxycycline, minocycline), and bisphosphonates (alendronate sodium).
Drug-Food Interactions: Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 may interact with sorbitol.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 should be used with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity disorder, diabetes mellitus, epilepsy, kidney disease, liver disease, phenylketonuria, and hypercalcemia.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionCaution is advised while taking alcohol with Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Pregnancy
cautionNot enough studies exist to ascertain the effect of Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 on pregnancy. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Breast Feeding
cautionNot enough studies exist to ascertain the effect of Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 on breastfeeding. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Driving
not applicableCalcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 does not generally affect your ability to drive.
Liver
cautionExercise caution before using Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 in case of established liver disease. Please consult your physician to address any concerns.
Kidney
cautionExercise caution before using Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 in case of established kidney disease. Please consult your physician to address any concerns.
Children
cautionCalcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 should be used with caution and only in recommended pediatric doses in children below 12 years of age. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Load up on oily fish, egg yolks, spinach, broccoli, salmon, and orange juice.
- Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
- Doing weight-bearing exercises such as brisk walking, jogging, tennis, or even dance can be very useful in promoting overall bone health. However, do not over-exert yourself if you feel too tired or suffer from severely brittle bones.
- Muscle training activities such as yoga and Pilates can also be very helpful.
- Spend time under the sun (however, with proper sunscreen) for quality intake of Vitamin D.
- Limit alcohol and caffeine consumption and stop smoking as these may have a negative effect on bone health. Smokers tend to have lower bone density than non-smokers.
Special Advise
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis occurs due to the breakdown of cartilage that cushions and protects the bones. The disease progresses gradually and tends to worsen if not treated. Symptoms include joint pain in the hips, lower back, knees, and hands. It is commonly seen in post-menopausal women.
Osteoporosis: Osteoporosis is a state in which the bones become weak and brittle. It is often brought about by disease and age (menopausal osteoporosis). In osteoporosis, the activity of bone-destroying cells surpasses the activity of bone-forming cells. Most people do not suffer from any symptoms until there's a fracture and bones literally start to break.
Osteopenia: Osteopenia means a loss in bone density. Osteopenia is a notch milder than full-blown osteoporosis. Symptoms include joint pain, especially around the knees, weakness, lethargy and stiff movements.
FAQs
Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 works by increasing bone density. It helps in supporting bones and joints by increasing the absorption of calcium and improving joint mobility, making body movements easy, pain-free and fluid.
Please see an orthopaedic doctor if you have had a fracture. Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 is used in the case of arthritis and has limited use in the treatment of fractures as a fracture is more of surgical concern.
Calcium Phosphate+collagen+vitamin D3 is effective in treating joint pain and stiffness. However, the causes of knee pain can be varied and your physician may ask for tests to ascertain the reason behind the pain. Please consult your physician for a more detailed treatment plan.
In case you have missed a dose, skip the missed dose. Then resume your next dose as normal. Do not take a double dose in any case.
