This combinationĀ medicationĀ is used to prevent or treat lowĀ bloodĀ calciumĀ levels in people who do not get enoughĀ calciumĀ from their diets. It may be used to treat conditions caused by lowĀ calciumĀ levels such asĀ bone lossĀ (osteoporosis), weak bones (osteomalacia/rickets), decreased activity of the parathyroid gland (hypoparathyroidism), and a certain muscle disease (latentĀ tetany). It may also be used in certain patients to make sure they are getting enough calcium (including women who areĀ pregnant, nursing, or postmenopausal, people taking certainĀ medicationsĀ such as phenytoin,Ā phenobarbital, orĀ prednisone).
Calcium plays a very important role in the body. It is necessary for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscle, and bone. If there is not enough calcium in the blood, then the body will take calcium from bones, thereby weakening bones.Ā Vitamin DĀ helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus. Having the right amounts ofĀ vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus is important for building and keeping strong bones.
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