Is it ok to take calcium tablets for 3 years at a time?
601012
My husband has been told by the hospital that he must take calcium tablets for the rest of his life. He is only 46. I am told there are no side effects for the supplements. It is better than thinning bones!
705156
It should be fine.  As long as they know better to not swallow them, I think thats why they put ages on there.  I used them when I was 13 and my teeth are fine.
1187441
Unless you are active or into body building, you should avoid taking supplements that can harm the kidney. Check with your doctor before taking any supplements.
620562
i take womens one a day maximum performance, and then a calcium supplement on top of that. \n\nif you are going to chose a supplement, take it to your doctor to find out what your needs are for the millegrams. dont go by the percentages on the bottle.\n\nif you are taking calcium, check to make sure that it has vitamin D as well to help your body absorb the calcium. i also know that your body can't absorb more than one pill at a time for calcium.
656311
Fosamax or Actonel are currently the best absorbed calcium supplements. You could try to get 30min of direct sun light (suntan), this will help you absorb more calcium. Or you could try different calcium suplements at the same time. But you have to do this with the doctor, because too much calcium in the urine could lead to kidney stones and urinary problems.
876111
interesting! Zenical in UK and Xenical in US, anyways, health journals do not suggest products like this since most of these things quit working despite continued use at 6-12 months, healthy diet, regular exercise, caloric count and gradual caloric reduction will eventually offer longer lasting help, good luck
683364
Yes, it seems coffee takes away the calcium from our body not only from the bones. Therefore, it is not advisable to take too much coffee and also it defeats the purpose of calcium supplementation if you swallow calcium tablets with coffee.It is the caffeine that is the culprit that depletes the calcium.
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Too much calcium in your diet will lead to too much calcium in your bloodstream, a condition known as hypercalcemia.  There are symptoms and complications listed below, or go to the website for more info.\n\nSymptoms  \nSkeletal:\n    * Bone pain\n    * Loss of height\n    * Bowing of the shoulders\n    * Spinal column curvature\n    * Pathological fractures\nKidney:\n    * Flank pain\n    * Frequent urination\n    * Frequent thirst\nAbdominal:\n    * Pain\n    * Nausea and/or vomiting\n    * Poor appetite\n    * Constipation\nPsychological:\n    * Irritability\n    * Memory loss\n    * Apathy\n    * Depression\n    * Dementia\n    * Coma\nMuscular:\n    * Weakness\n    * Muscle twitches\n    * Muscle atrophy\n\nComplications    \nSkeletal\n    * Fractures\n    * Osteoporosis\n    * Bone cysts\nKidney\n    * Nephrocalcinosis (calcification of the kidney)\n    * Kidney stones\n    * Dehydration\n    * Kidney failure\nGastrointestinal\n    * Pancreatitis\n    * Peptic ulcer disease\n    * Hypertension\n\n\nRecommended Daily Calcium Intake\nInfants\nbirth-6 months - 400 mg / day\n6-12 months - 600 mg / day\nChildren\n1-5 years - 800 mg / day\n6-11 years - 800-1200 mg / day\nAdolescents & Young adults\n11-24 years - 1200-1500 mg / day\nWomen\n25-50 years - 1000 mg / day\nPregnant or lactating women - 1200-1500 mg / day\nPostmenopausal women on estrogen - 1000 mg / day\nPostmenopaural women not on estrogen - 1500 mg / day\nMen (25-50 years) - 1000 mg / day\nAll women and men above 65 - 1500 mg / day
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As noted from others, exercise and proper calcium levels are a must.  Dairy is not the best source of calcium: the best are kale, collards, spinach and calcium-fortified soymilk.  The best way to get proper levels of calcium and the vitamins and minerals that go along with bone building is with proper digestion.  If you have a history of indigestion/heartburn, and especially if you take antacids or acid decreasing drugs, you must get digestion working properly.  This includes proper levels of acid in the stomach.  This is necessary for calcium absorption.  Look for a company named Standard Process.  They can direct you to a doctor who can help with digestion.  If you are female, proper balancing of hormones is vital as well.  Get checked out by a doctor who uses natural-based medicine.  Good luck!
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Well I was on depo for going on 8 years b4 the Dr. Said anything to me about bone loss.  That was in 2005. I was still taking the shot with a calcium supplement.  I just recently decided to stop my injections.  I just think 9 years is just to long for a drug that could damage my body in the long run.  I am now looking for a new birth control and being very careful...NOT HAVING SEX...Until then\n\nIf you are on the shot be sure to take Calcium Supplement.  More so after the age 25!!!!  Be sure to check with your Dr.
788136
Depends on how old you are. If you're too young for menopause, then yes, go to a doctor. Irregular periods are not a huge deal, but three years is too long!
633222
Certain antibiotics will bind to the calcium in the dairy rather than be absorbed and used by your system.  This is the reason for the warning on the label to avoid dairy while taking the med
839261
It is the other way around. Calcium atoms ARE present in bones.
1056526
Hi Stony.  I am a chronic stone sufferer.  There is a lot of research on the role of citrate in the prevention of the most common types of stones - calcium oxalate stones.  I did a search of the medical literature on Pubmed and found a 1996 study in the Journal of Urology that looked at the use of lemon juice as a source of daily citrate.  This study found significant benefits to the use of 4 ounces of reconstituted lemon juice diluted in 2 liters of water and consumed each day.\n\nA more recent 2002 Italian study found that grapefruit juice also increased citrate levels in the urine.  However, it also found an increase in calcium and magnesium in the urine.  The researchers concluded that fruit juices may be helpful, but not if they contain sugar which can increase urinary calcium levels.\n\nPotassium Citrate supplements (I use these) are a well recognized therapy for reducing the risk of stone formation.  Additionally, calcium supplements (contrary to what seems 'logical'), especially calcium citrate, are also a good idea.  The increase in dietary calcium is thought to reduce the absorption of oxalates from the gut.  It is actually the oxalates in the urine (not calcium) that drive the formation of calcium oxalate stones.\n\nMagnesium supplements (again as magnesium citrate) are helpful too.\n\nLastly, vitamin B6 supplementation has be shown to also be beneficial.\n\nOne last thought.  After more than 25 years of recurring stones, last year (with the help of a great Naturpathic Physician) I was able to identify the underlying cause.  I have a condition called Celiac Disease.  This is a common autoimmune disease that damages the small intestine and causes excessive absorption of oxalates (and thus the chronic stones).  It is caused by an allergic reaction to the proteins in wheat, rye and barley called glutens/gliadins.  One person in every 100 is estimated to have Celiac Disease.  Sadly, it is only diagnosed in 1 in 3500 people in the U.S. (so 97% of the people with it go undiagnosed).  Medical doctors are very unaware of this common condition - partly because the 'common presenting symptoms' they are taught in medical school are actually NOT the most common symptoms of Celiac Disease.  It may be a good idea for you to get tested.  You may need to educate yourself about it, again because the M.D.s are not educated about it.  You can find a large series of review papers on it at the medical journal "Gastroenterology" in their April 2005 supplement.  These are available on the net.\n\nHope this is helpful to you.  Best wishes and good luck.
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I guess it depends on how old you are, usually growth continues until about age 17-21. There are no foods that help you grow, however a Calcium supplement does promote bone strength, so getting a good amount of Calcium in your diet is important and also weight bearing exercise stimulates bone growth too.
432815
it should not be taken a year after the perscription was filled 12 months is the limit
49763
Multiviatmins should be taken only if there is any deficiency or to recoup health after illness;  that  too for a short period.  Otherwise it is harmful to the body.