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2. Calcium supplement - Wikipedia

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   Unlike calcium carbonate, calcium gluconate does not require stomach acid for absorption, making it suitable for individuals with low stomach acid production or those taking acid-reducing medications. Calcium gluconate is commonly used in emergency medicine to treat conditions like hypocalcemia (low calcium levels) and hyperkalemia (high ...

3. Milk-alkali syndrome - Wikipedia

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   Excessive consumption of calcium generally means taking in more than 4 to 5 g of calcium carbonate every day. [3] This can be attributed to the greater availability of over-the-counter calcium carbonate supplements to treat osteoporosis and dyspepsia, as well as the growing awareness among consumers of the potential health benefits of calcium ...

4. Osteoporosis - Wikipedia

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   The US National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends pharmacologic treatment for patients with hip or spine fracture thought to be related to osteoporosis, those with BMD 2.5 SD or more below the young normal mean (T-score -2.5 or below), and those with BMD between 1 and 2.5 SD below normal mean whose 10-year risk, using FRAX, for hip fracture is ...

5. 5 Helpful Calcium Supplements for Bone Health You Can Order ...

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   Adults under 70 should aim to have 1,000 milligrams (mg) of calcium a day, per the National Institutes of Health (NIH). While dietitians generally recommend getting that from food first, like milk ...

6. Bone health - Wikipedia

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   Optimal bone health is characterized by adequate bone mineral density (BMD) and proper bone microarchitecture, which together contribute to bone strength. [2] Osteoporosis, a skeletal disorder characterized by compromised bone strength and increased risk of fractures, is a major concern in bone health, particularly among older adults.

7. Calcium/cholecalciferol - Wikipedia

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   It is used to prevent and treat lack of calcium and vitamin D in the elderly, as well for osteoporosis in combination with other medications. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] In 2022, the combination, calcium/vitamin D was the 246th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 1 million prescriptions.