Caldree Ds Tablet

About Caldree Ds Tablet

Caldree Ds Tablet Uses

• Calcium and vitamin D3 deficiency
• Osteoporosis prevention and treatment support
• Weak or brittle bones
• Low calcium levels during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Bone health support in older adults
• Rickets and osteomalacia as adjunct therapy

Caldree Ds Tablet Benefits

• Strengthens bones and reduces fracture risk
• Supports healthy teeth and muscle function
• Improves calcium absorption through vitamin D3
• Helps maintain normal nerve and heart function
• Useful during growth phases and pregnancy when calcium needs rise

What Experts Say

Pakistan carries a high burden of vitamin D deficiency, with studies showing that a majority of the population has low vitamin D levels despite abundant sunlight. Limited sun exposure due to clothing choices, indoor lifestyles, and low dietary calcium intake make combination supplements like this a practical choice for many patients. Doctors across Pakistan often recommend calcium and vitamin D3 supplementation for postmenopausal women, pregnant women, and older adults.

Physicians recommend baseline blood testing for calcium and vitamin D levels before starting long term supplementation, especially in patients with kidney disease or a history of kidney stones. This helps guide the correct dose and prevents excessive calcium buildup in the body. Regular monitoring also allows doctors to adjust the dose as bone health improves.

The clinical reasoning for pairing calcium with vitamin D3 is based on absorption. Vitamin D3 helps the gut absorb calcium more efficiently, so combining the two nutrients works better than taking calcium alone. Physicians generally advise taking this tablet with a meal to further improve absorption and reduce stomach upset.

Drug Class

• Calcium and Vitamin D3 combination supplement

Caldree Ds Tablet formula

• Calcium Carbonate 600mg + Vitamin D3 400 IU

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Caldree Ds Tablet?

• Take one tablet daily or as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water after a meal.
• Do not chew or crush the tablet unless it is labeled as chewable.
• Take at the same time each day for consistent absorption.
• Do not exceed the dose recommended by your doctor.
• Inform your doctor if you are taking any other calcium or vitamin D supplements.

Drug Interactions

• Thyroid Medicines: Calcium can reduce absorption of levothyroxine, so doses should be spaced at least four hours apart.
• Certain Antibiotics: Calcium binds with tetracycline and fluoroquinolone antibiotics and lowers their effectiveness, so timing should be separated.
• Bisphosphonates: Calcium can interfere with absorption of osteoporosis medicines such as alendronate if taken together.
• Thiazide Diuretics: These can raise blood calcium levels when combined with calcium supplements.
• Iron Supplements: Calcium can reduce iron absorption, so they should be taken a few hours apart.
• Digoxin: High calcium levels can increase the risk of digoxin toxicity and irregular heart rhythm.

Risks and warnings

• Kidney Stones: People with a history of kidney stones should use calcium supplements cautiously, as excess calcium can raise stone risk.
• Hypercalcemia: Long term or excessive use can raise blood calcium levels, causing nausea, weakness, and irregular heartbeat.
• Kidney Disease: Patients with reduced kidney function should use this supplement only under medical supervision.
• Heart Conditions: High calcium intake may affect heart rhythm in people with existing cardiac issues.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Generally considered safe at recommended doses, but a doctor should confirm the correct amount needed.
• Sarcoidosis or Hyperparathyroidism: These conditions can cause abnormal calcium handling, so supplementation needs close medical monitoring.

Caldree Ds Tablet Side Effects

• Mild stomach upset or bloating
• Constipation
• Nausea
• Gas
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Loss of appetite with prolonged high doses
• Excessive thirst or frequent urination as signs of high calcium levels
• Irregular heartbeat with long term overuse
• Kidney stones with chronic excessive intake
• Allergic reaction such as rash or itching in rare cases

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Keep the tablets in their original blister pack until ready to use.
• Protect from humidity, especially during Pakistan's hot and humid summer months.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Avoid storing in the bathroom or near the kitchen sink where moisture is high.
• Check the expiry date before use and discard expired tablets safely.