Osteovit-D Tablet

About Osteovit-D Tablet

Osteovit-D Tablet Uses

• Prevention and treatment of vitamin D and calcium deficiency
• Support for bone health in adults with low bone mineral density
• Additional calcium and vitamin D support for postmenopausal women
• Nutritional support for older adults at risk of osteoporosis
• General multivitamin and mineral supplementation during recovery from a bone injury

Osteovit-D Tablet Benefits

• Supports stronger bones and healthy teeth
• Helps the body absorb calcium more effectively
• Provides added vitamin K to support bone protein function
• Contains B complex vitamins for general energy metabolism
• Combines calcium, vitamin D and trace minerals in one daily tablet

What Experts Say

Vitamin D deficiency remains widespread across Pakistan, with studies suggesting more than half of adults have insufficient levels due to limited sun exposure and low dietary intake. Physicians across Pakistan often recommend a combined calcium and vitamin D supplement, since vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption.

Calcium and vitamin D work together to maintain bone mineral density and reduce the long term risk of osteoporosis, particularly in postmenopausal women and adults over 50. Osteovit-D Tablet also includes vitamin K and B complex vitamins, which support bone protein activation and general metabolic function.

Because the tablet combines several nutrients rather than one, physicians generally advise sticking to the labeled dose and avoiding extra high dose vitamin A or calcium at the same time. Regular use with a balanced diet and safe sun exposure, along with periodic blood testing, gives the best long term results.

Drug Class

• Vitamin and Mineral Supplement
• Nutraceutical

Osteovit-D Tablet formula

• Calcium Carbonate + Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) + Vitamin A + Vitamin C + Vitamin K + Vitamin B Complex + Iron + Zinc + Copper + Manganese

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Osteovit-D Tablet?

• Take one to two tablets daily after a meal, or as directed by a physician
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Do not exceed the recommended daily dose
• Take consistently at the same time each day for best results
• Consult a doctor before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or giving to children

Drug Interactions

• Thiazide Diuretics: Combining these with calcium supplements can raise blood calcium levels and increase the risk of hypercalcemia.
• Corticosteroids: Long term steroid use can reduce calcium absorption and may need higher supplementation, under medical guidance.
• Tetracycline and Fluoroquinolone Antibiotics: Calcium binds to these antibiotics and reduces their absorption, so doses should be spaced at least two hours apart.
• Levothyroxine: Calcium can reduce absorption of thyroid medication, so the two should be taken several hours apart.
• Digoxin: High calcium levels combined with digoxin can increase the risk of an irregular heartbeat.

Risks and warnings

• Hypercalcemia Risk: Taking more than the recommended dose over a long period can raise blood calcium to unsafe levels.
• Vitamin A Content: This tablet contains vitamin A, so avoid combining it with other high dose vitamin A supplements.
• Kidney Stone Risk: People with a history of kidney stones should use calcium supplements only under medical supervision.
• Kidney Disease: Patients with impaired kidney function should check with a doctor before use, since mineral clearance is reduced.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Generally considered safe at labeled doses, but a doctor should confirm the right dose during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Not a Substitute: This supplement does not replace a balanced diet or a prescribed osteoporosis medication.

Osteovit-D Tablet Side Effects

• Mild stomach upset or bloating
• Constipation
• Nausea
• Mild headache
• Metallic taste after taking the tablet
• Symptoms of excess calcium such as fatigue, confusion, or unusual thirst if taken above the recommended dose

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place
• Keep the tablet strip in its original packaging away from direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not store in the bathroom or near a kitchen sink where moisture is high