Blackmores Bio Calcium Chewable #1453269766

Features and benefits

• Chewable tablets with natural peppermint flavour.
  
• Dairy-free formula.
• Contains vitamin D3 to facilitate uptake by the body.
  

How Blackmores Bio Calcium Chewable works

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body, and approximately 99% of the body's calcium exists in the bones. The major function of calcium is building and maintaining bones and teeth.

Calcium is also involved in various metabolic roles such as nerve transmission, contraction of muscles and the regulation of heart muscle function.

Vitamin D is essential for the absorption and utilization of calcium. Deficiency of vitamin D results in lack of bone strength and density, and joint pain.

Women's calcium requirements are increased after menopause as levels of oestrogen decline resulting in decreased calcium absorption.

Dosage

Adults - Take 2 to 3 tablets a day with meals, or as professionally prescribed.

Children 6-12 years - Take 1 tablet a day or as professionally prescribed.

Children (under 6 years) - Only as professionally prescribed.

Cautions

• The Australian RDI for calcium is 800mg to 1000mg for women over 18 years and 1100mg to 1200mg (4 tablets daily) for women who are pregnant or lactating.
• Always read the label. Use only as directed.

Active ingredients per tablet

Calcium phosphate	570 mg
Calcium hydrogen phosphate (equiv. to total calcium 350mg)	600 mg
Vitamin D3 (Colecalciferol 2.5 mcg)	100 IU

Medicine interactions

• Calcium, zinc and magnesium may decrease the absorption and efficacy of some medications. If taking tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics, bisphosphonates (osteoporosis drugs) or thyroid hormone separate doses by at least two hours
• Calcium may decrease the activity of verapamil. Consult your healthcare professional before use if taking verapamil

Physical description

A white, flat, bevelled edge tablet with a peppermint flavour and odour.