Osteomax®
Bone density enhancement
Composition:
Each capsule contains:
Organic calcium from marine algae ………. 400 mg
Vitamin D from dairy product …………… 400 IU (10 mcg)
Indications:
◆ Organic calcium supplement
◆ Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
Calcium is essential for many functions in the body, including:
◆ Maintaining strong bones and healthy teeth
◆ Preventing bone loss associated with osteoporosis which is common in pre and postmenopausal women
◆ Needing for muscular growth and contraction
◆ Aiding the nervous system, especially in impulse transmission.
◆ Regulating the heart rate and helps to prevent cardiovascular disease.
◆ Serving as a protective factor against high blood pressure and colon cancer.
◆ Stimulating hormone secretion and blood clotting mechanism.
Dosage:
5-12 years – one capsule once daily
13 years and above – one capsule two times daily before meal
Side effects:
Nausea, flatulence and constipation in some individuals
Contraindication:
◆ Hypercalcaemia and hyperparathyroidism
Drug interaction:
◆ Calcium supplements can have an antagonistic effect on the desired action of calcium channel blockers that could precipitate the re-emergence of arrhythmias.
◆ H2 blockers and proton pump inhibitors can decrease the absorption of calcium salts.
◆ Calcium may decrease the absorption of quinolones and tetracyclines.
Quantity supplied:
60 capsules per bottle