CALCIBONE 100 mL, a medication belonging to the supplement category, primarily used for the treatment or prevention of various disorders caused by low calcium levels in the blood.
CALCIBONE 100 mL syrup is considered a suitable option for people who do not receive adequate amounts of calcium through their nutrition, including the elderly, pregnant women, and children.
Each 5 mL of CALCIBONE 100 mL bottle contains:
505 mg Calcium Gluconate
890 mg Calcium Lactobionate
CALCIBONE 100 mL syrup is primarily indicated for the treatment or prevention of various bone disorders caused by low calcium levels in the blood, such as:
Rachitis and rickets during the growth phase in children, when used adjunctively with vitamin D.
Osteoporosis.
CALCIBONE 100 mL syrup strengthens teeth due to its calcium content.
CALCIBONE 100 mL syrup is essential in rare case for the treatment of hypo-parathyroidism (underactive parathyroid glands).
CALCIBONE 100 mL syrup can be used as an adjunctive therapy to help restore calcium in the bones following extended periods of immobility (e.g., after bone fractures are immobilized), particularly when resuming movement.
Some studies have also indicated the potential use of CALCIBONE 100 mL syrup in treating hyper-ventilation.
Children:
CALCIBONE 100 mL syrup is considered a safe option for use in children and infants.
Pregnancy& breast-feeding
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking CALCIBONE 100 mL syrup.
Calcium is essential during pregnancy, with a recommended intake of 1200 mg of calcium daily, with an additional 250-300 mg in the third trimester. In general, women who do not consume dairy products need calcium supplements.
Pregnancy Category: N (Not Classified).
CALCIBONE 100 mL syrup has been used without apparent harmful effects in nursing infant.
A small amount of CALCIBONE contents is normally excreted in human milk.
Adults and children (over 3 years old):
The recommended dose of CALCIBONE 100 mL syrup ranges from 30 to 45 mL (2 to 3 tablespoons) daily, providing 540 to 810 mg of calcium.
Children (under 3 years old):
The recommended dose of CALCIBONE 100 mL syrup ranges from 10 mL to 25 mL (2 to 5 teaspoons) daily, providing 140 to 450 mg of calcium.
The information provided above is general in nature and for informational purposes only. It is NOT a substitute for the advice of your doctor. You must always consult your healthcare professional before starting any medication/supplementation program.