Calcichew D3 500mg/200IU (100 Chewable Tablets)
Daily calcium and vitamin D support for healthy bones and teeth
- Provides 500mg calcium and 200IU vitamin D3 per tablet
- Helps maintain strong bones and healthy teeth
- Supports normal muscle function
- Aids calcium absorption and utilisation
- Easy-to-take chewable tablets for convenient use
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| Strength | 500mg/200IU |
| Size | 100 Chewable Tablets |
Overview
How does Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU support bone structure and calcium balance?
Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU is a dual-action chewable tablet that combines calcium carbonate with active vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). Each tablet delivers 1,250 mg of calcium carbonate (equivalent to 500 mg of elemental calcium) and 5 micrograms of cholecalciferol (equivalent to 200 International Units of vitamin D3). Upon ingestion, calcium carbonate neutralises gastric acid and dissolves to release ionised calcium, which is vital for skeletal mineralisation, nerve transmission, muscle contraction, and cardiac conduction. Simultaneously, vitamin D3 facilitates active intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate, helping to maintain blood calcium levels and preventing compensatory bone resorption triggered by elevated parathyroid hormone levels.
What are the benefits of a flexible twice-daily calcium and vitamin D3 regimen?
For patients who require moderate calcium and vitamin D supplementation or who experience gastrointestinal discomfort with higher single-dose calcium formulations, smaller doses taken throughout the day offer improved digestive tolerance.The primary advantage of Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU is its lower unit strength, allowing flexible twice-daily dosing (providing a cumulative 1,000 mg elemental calcium and 400IU vitamin D3 daily). Spreading calcium intake across two daily doses optimizes total intestinal absorption efficiency, as intestinal calcium transport mechanisms saturate when exposed to large single doses.
How does Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU assist in managing bone loss and nutritional deficiency?
Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU serves as a foundational supplement to prevent and treat combined calcium and vitamin D deficiencies in populations at risk of bone loss. It is frequently prescribed as a dietary adjunct in post-menopausal women, older adults, and individuals undergoing treatment for osteopenia or osteoporosis to ensure the skeleton maintains adequate mineral density over time.
Active Ingredients
Calcium carbonate and Colecalciferol
Usage Instructions
How should Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU be administered for optimal mineral absorption?
Administer Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU orally:
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For Adults and Elderly Individuals: Take 1 to 2 chewable tablets twice daily (typically morning and evening),or as directed by a healthcare professional.
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The tablet must be chewed thoroughly before swallowing; do not swallow whole.
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Take the tablet during or immediately following a main meal. Gastric acid secreted during digestion aids the breakdown and absorption of calcium carbonate.
Do not exceed the daily dose recommended by your doctor or pharmacist.
Warnings
What critical safety precautions apply when taking Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU?
Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU is a medicinal supplement; do not exceed the recommended dose. Do not give Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU to children or adolescents under 18 years of age without explicit medical authorization. Do not use Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU if you have a known hypersensitivity or allergy to calcium carbonate, cholecalciferol, soya,peanut oil (if present in the formulation), or any of the inactive tablet excipients.
Critical Safety Contraindications & Precautions:
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Hypercalcaemia & Hypercalciuria: Do not take Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU if you have hypercalcaemia (abnormally high blood calcium levels), hypercalciuria (excess calcium in the urine), or conditions that cause elevated systemic calcium levels (such as hyperparathyroidism, multiple myeloma, or skeletal metastases).
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Renal Impairment & Nephrolithiasis: Do not take if you suffer from severe kidney dysfunction, kidney stones (nephrolithiasis), or tissue calcium deposits within the kidneys (nephrocalcinosis).
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Drug Interactions (Tetracyclines, Quinolones & Bisphosphonates): Calcium binds to several essential medications, drastically reducing their absorption. Separate Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU administration by at least 2 hours from oral bisphosphonates or sodium fluoride, and by at least 3 hours from oral tetracycline or quinolone antibiotics.
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Hypervitaminosis D: Avoid taking other high-dose vitamin D preparations or additional calcium supplements concurrently without medical review to prevent hypercalcaemia and soft tissue calcification.
Periodic monitoring of serum and urinary calcium is recommended during long-term therapy, particularly in elderly patients receiving concurrent cardiac glycosides (such as digoxin) or thiazide diuretics. Store Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU in a dry place below 30 degrees Celsius, keep the container tightly closed to protect from moisture, and keep safely out of the sight and reach of children.
Who Is It For
Who is the intended user for Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU?
Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU is intended for adults and elderly individuals who require correction of combined calcium and vitamin D deficiencies or adjunctive mineral support alongside bone-density treatments. Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU is particularly suitable for patients who prefer a chewable format, individuals who require a divided twice-daily regimen to minimise digestive upset, and those whose dietary intake of dairy products and sun exposure is insufficient.
Alternatives
What are the main alternative products available?
If Calcichew-D3 500mg/200IU is unsuitable, poorly tolerated, or an alternative calcium and vitamin D formulation is preferred, the following options may be considered:
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Calcichew-D3 Forte (500mg/400IU): A higher-potency vitamin D chewable formulation providing 500 mg elemental calcium and 400IU vitamin D3 per tablet for twice-daily dosing.
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Adcal-D3 Chewable Tablets (600mg/400IU): A chewable calcium carbonate and vitamin D3 combination tablet designed for twice-daily osteoporosis adjunct therapy.
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Accrete D3 Film-Coated Tablets: A swallowable film-coated tablet alternative providing 1,000 mg elemental calcium and 800IU vitamin D3 for once-daily use without chewing.
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Calcichew-D3 Once Daily (1000mg/800IU): A high-strength once-daily chewable tablet for patients who prefer a single daily dose over divided administration.
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