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Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000 is a combination of calcium (in the form of calcium carbonate) and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000 is indicated as a calcium and vitamin D supplement in elderly people with calcium and vitamin D deficiency or at high risk of a deficiency (e.g. insufficient consumption of dairy products, insufficient exposure to the sun) and for Support for targeted osteoporosis treatment in patients with proven or high risk of simultaneous calcium and vitamin D deficiency.
One chewable tablet contains 0.4 g of usable carbohydrates.
Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000 must not be used with
The chewable tablets must not be used by patients with phenylketonuria because of the component aspartame.
Since Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000 already contains vitamin D, any further vitamin D administration should only take place under medical supervision in order to avoid an overdose. In the case of prolonged treatment and/or mild renal insufficiency, it is recommended to have the amount of calcium excreted in the urine (calciuria) and blood calcium levels checked regularly. Depending on the result, your doctor may reduce or even stop treatment.
In the case of concomitant treatment with certain cardiovascular drugs, digitalis preparations (digoxin) or thiazide diuretics, administration of calcium in combination with vitamin D requires regular monitoring: it is essential that you consult your doctor or cardiologist. If you are being treated with a bisphosphonate (anti-osteoporosis medicine), sodium fluoride, estramustine (medicine to treat prostate cancer), orlistat (medicine to treat obesity), cholestyramine (cholesterol-lowering medicine), quinolones (certain antibiotics), thyroxine (thyroid medicine), iron supplements, zinc or strontium-containing preparations or paraffin, a time interval of at least 2 hours should be observed before taking Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000. In the case of oral treatment with tetracyclines (certain antibiotics), an interval of at least 3 hours should be observed before taking Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000. Tell your doctor if you are taking medication for epilepsy (phenytoin, barbiturates) or cortisone-like preparations.
Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000 should not be taken at the same time as foods containing oxalic acid, phosphate or phytin, eg spinach, rhubarb, bran-containing or soy products. They can hinder the absorption of calcium.
If you suffer from a certain lung disease (sarcoidosis), you may only take Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000 after consulting your doctor. Your doctor will monitor the levels of calcium in your blood and urine.
If you suffer from immobilisation osteoporosis, there is an increased risk of developing hypercalcemia (excessively high calcium concentrations in the blood).
Long-term intake of large amounts of calcium or high doses of vitamin D from food or medicines and at the same time easy-to-absorb basic substances (alkalis, e.g. bicarbonates, which are contained in medicines to bind gastric acid) can lead to a milk-alkali syndrome (calcium metabolism disorder). with the risk of kidney damage. Concomitant use should be avoided at all costs.
This medicinal product contains 49.5 mg sorbitol per chewable tablet.
This medicinal product contains 0.5 mg aspartame per chewable tablet.
Aspartame is a source of phenylalanine. It can be harmful if you have phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare inherited disorder in which phenylalanine builds up because the body can't break it down enough.
This medicine contains 1.92mg sucrose. Please only take the medicine after consulting your doctor if you know that you suffer from sugar intolerance. If you suffer from rare, inherited fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase deficiency, you should not take this medicine. Sucrose can be harmful to teeth.
This medicinal product contains 185 mg isomalt. Please only take the medicine after consulting your doctor if you know that you suffer from sugar intolerance. If you suffer from the rare, inherited fructose intolerance, you should not take this medicine.
This medicinal product contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per chewable tablet, ie essentially «sodium-free». Tell your doctor, pharmacist or pharmacist if you suffer from any other illnesses, have allergies or take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally.
Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000 may only be taken during pregnancy and/or breastfeeding if prescribed by a doctor. The dosage must be determined by the doctor.
Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor, 1 chewable tablet daily (equivalent to 500 mg calcium and 1000 IU vitamin D3). If indicated, your doctor can prescribe a dosage of 2 tablets.
The duration of treatment and the dosage depend on the severity and type of disease to be treated, and are therefore determined by the doctor. The chewable tablets can be taken at any time of the day, regardless of meals. The chewable tablets are chewed and swallowed.
Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000 is not intended for use in children and adolescents under the age of 18. If you have forgotten one or more doses of Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000, do not double the following doses. If you take an overdose of Calcium D3 Sandoz 500/1000, the following symptoms may occur: nausea, vomiting, severe thirst, constipation, abdominal pain, muscle weakness and tiredness. If you experience such symptoms, inform your doctor immediately, who will initiate the necessary measures.
Follow the dosage given in the package leaflet or prescribed by your doctor.
If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.
Constipation, bloating, nausea, vomiting, and upset stomach or diarrhea. Furthermore, skin rash, hives, itching, hypersensitivity reactions, severe hypersensitivity reactions with swelling of the face, mouth, limbs (up to drop in blood pressure and shock), swelling of the face, lips or tongue, among other things, can occur.
If you experience such symptoms, tell your doctor or health care professional.
In the case of an overdose in connection with the intake of alkaline substances (e.g. agents for binding gastric acid), a milk-alkaline syndrome can develop (see under “When should caution be exercised?”).
If you notice side effects, contact your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This applies in particular to side effects that are not
indicated in this leaflet.
The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked “EXP” on the package.
Store in the original packaging, at room temperature (15−25°C) and out of the reach of children.
Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.
1 chewable tablet contains 500 mg calcium, equivalent to 1250 mg calcium carbonate, 1000 UI cholecalciferol (vitamin D3).
Isomalt (E953), Xylitol (E967), Sorbitol (E420), Anhydrous Citric Acid, Anhydrous Sodium Dihydrogen Citrate, Magnesium Stearate, Carmellose Sodium, Orange Flavor, Silica Hydrate, Aspartame (E951), Acesulfame Potassium, Sodium Ascorbate, Alpha-Tocopherol, Modified Starch, Sucrose, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Anhydrous Silicon Dioxide.
65824 (Swissmedic)
In pharmacies and drugstores, without medical prescription.
Packs of 20 and 120 chewable tablets. orange flavor.
Sandoz Pharmaceuticals AG, Risch; Domicile: Red Cross