It may be used to treat conditions caused by low calcium levels such as bone loss (osteoporosis), weak bones (osteomalacia/rickets), decreased activity of the parathyroid gland (hypoparathyroidism), and a certain muscle disease (latent tetany).

Viactiv Generic Name & Formulations Calcium, elemental (as carbonate) 500mg, Vit. D 500Units, Vit. K 40mcg; soft chews; caramel and milk chocolate flavors.

Ingredients : corn syrup, sugar, hydrogenated coconut oil, cocoa powder (processed with alkali), non-fat dry milk powder, corn syrup solids, glycerin, and contains 2% or less of cornstarch, salt, soy lecithin, natural and artificial flavors.

Help support and promote good joint health with Calcium Supplement Soft Chews from up & up™. With vitamin D and vitamin K, these great-tasting chocolate calcium soft chew supplements are a great way to get the extra calcium you need. They offer a great option for those who have an aversion to swallowing pills.

Serious side effects Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, unusual weight loss, mental/mood changes, bone/muscle pain, headache, increased thirst/urination, weakness, unusual tiredness.

Ingredients. Calcium Carbonate, Corn Syrup, Sugar, Hydrogenated Coconut Oil, Cocoa Powder (Processed With Alkali), Non-Fat Dry Milk Powder, Glycerin, Corn Syrup Solids, Contains 2% Or Less Of Corn Starch, Soy Lecithin, Natural And Artificial Flavor, Salt, Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3), Phylloquinone (Vitamin K1).

Your body needs calcium to build strong bones, move muscles, send messages through the nervous system, and circulate blood. Viactiv soft chews provide 650mg of calcium per chew as Calcium Carbonate which has higher levels of elemental calcium (40%) compared to Calcium Citrate (21%).

Serious side effects Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

• Allergic reactions - skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• High calcium level - increased thirst or amount of urine, nausea, vomiting, confusion, unusual weakness or fatigue, bone pain.

Calcium supplements cause few, if any, side effects. But side effects can sometimes occur, including gas, constipation and bloating. In general, calcium carbonate is the most constipating. You may need to try a few different brands or types of calcium supplements to find one that you tolerate the best.

What the research actually says. If you need extra calcium, taking 500mg to 600mg of supplements per day is considered safe and effective, says Professor Mark Cooper, an endocrinologist and Deputy Chair of the Medical and Scientific Committee at Healthy Bones Australia.