Adcal-D3 Dissolve Effervescent Tablets Adcal-D3 Dissolve contains calcium & vitamin D3, both of which are essential for healthy bones & teeth. Adcal-D3 Dissolve provides extra calcium & vitamin D3 to your diet, & is therefore used in conditions where your body's calcium & vitamin D levels need to be increased, for example those with osteoporosis, osteomalacia (softening of the bone), or vitamin D & calcium deficiency. It can also be advised during pregnancy. Studies show that taking calcium & vitamin D3 over a long time can prevent hip & other non vertebral bone fractures in later life. Directions Dissolve one tablet in a glass of water (approximately 200ml) & drink immediately, do not chew or swallow the tablets whole. Adults, elderly & children over 12 years of age: 2 tablets daily, ideally one taken in the morning & one tablet in the evening. Children under 12: Do not give to children under 12 years. Ingredients Each tablet contains 1500 mg calcium carbonate (equivalent to 600 mg calcium) & 400 iu vitamin D3 (equivalent to 10 g of colecalciferol). It also contains citric acid anhydrous, malic acid, sodium hydrogen carbonate (E500), sodium cyclamate (E953), lemon flavour (BSL Code 119: containing lemon oil, lime flavouring, sorbitol (E420), mannitol (E421), gluconolactone, maltodextrin, & acacia), sodium carbonate anhydrous (E500), maltodextrin, & saccharin sodium (E954). The dry vitamin D3 type 100 CWS contains -tocopherol, hydrogenated soyabean oil, gelatin, sucrose & maize starch. Cautions Tel your doctor or pharmacist if you: Have high levels of calcium in your blood (hypercalcaemia) or high levels of calcium in your urine (hypercalciuria). If you are unsure your doctor wil advise you. Have problems with your kidneys, for example kidney stones. Have sarcoidosis (inflammation that produces lumps of cells in various organs in the body). If you are unsure your doctor wil advise you. Have previously been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars. Are taking any other medication, even those you may have bought for yourself without prescription. In pregnancy or when breast feeding, Adcal-D3 Dissolve should only be used under medical supervision. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.