Calcitriol
Uses
Calcitriol is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
How it Works
Calcitriol is known as a type of vitamin D. Calcitriol helps to regulate the amount of two minerals in the body called calcium and phosphate. All three of these substances are important for maintaining healthy, strong bones and teeth.Calcitriol also provides essential nutrients.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Calcitriol may suffer from such side effects;
Frequent urge to urinate,
Dry mouth,
Weight loss,
Bone pain,
Bitter taste,
Constipation,
Headache,
Muscle pain,
Loss of appetite,
Abdominal pain,
Nausea,
Excessive thirst,
Weakness,
Vomiting
Calcium
Uses
Calcium is used as a supplement in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
How it Works
Calcium is taken for treating kidney problems at times the levels phosphate can be too high in people with chronic kidney disease. Calcium works by bindinding to the phosphate and this allows phosphate to be removed, helping to keep the levels normal.Calcium supplements are also taken alongside other medicines for preventing or treating thinning of the bones causing osteoporosis.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Calcium may suffer from such side effects;
Kidney stone,
Flatulence,
Constipation,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Abdominal bloating,
Altered heart rate,
Abnormal heart rhythm
Magnesium
Uses
Magnesium is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
How it Works
Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Magnesium provides essential nutrients for the body. Magnesium is important for many systems in the body especially the muscles and nerves.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Magnesium include the symptoms below;
Nausea,
Acute toxicity,
Watery diarrhoea,
Decreased blood pressure,
Rash,
Stomach upset,
Flushing,
Gastrointestinal discomfort,
Vomiting
Zinc Oxide
Uses
Zinc Oxide is used as a nutritional supplement in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
How it Works
Zinc oxide provides essential nutrients for patients suffering from nutritional deficiencies
Common Side effects
Patients who take Zinc Oxide may suffer from such side effects;
Rash,
Urticaria,
Swelling of mouth,
Shortness of breath