Calcium vitamin D3 supplementation in clinical practice: side effect and satisfaction

doi:10.1186/s40200-016-0231-0

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Calcium vitamin D3 supplementation in clinical practice: side effect and satisfaction

Published Mar 29, 2016 · M. Sanaei, Mohammad Banasiri, G. Shafiee

Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders

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Abstract

BackgroundThe objective of this study was to assess side effects and satisfaction about OsteoCalVitFort (500 mg calcium and 400 I.U. of vitamin D3) usage.MethodsA total 186 people were participated with range age from 18 to 65 years old. Each participant received 1 pack that contains 60 OsteoCalVitFort tablet and used two tablet OsteoCalVitFort daily (1 tablet after breakfast and 1 after dinner). By a phone call, side effects and satisfaction about OsteoCalVitFort were assessed.ResultsThe rate of constipating (8.0 %) and bloating (12.5 %) were decreased significantly after OsteoCalVitFort supplement intake (1.2 %, and 0.6 %, respectively). Similar results were observed in metallic taste in mouth, tiredness, weakness, loss of appetite, bone/muscle pain and mental/mood change after Calcium Vitamin D3 supplementation intake. Totally, 94 % of patients were satisfied about OsteoCalVitFort usage.ConclusionThe results of the research indicate despite the high quality of OsteoCalVitFort supplement, there are no side effects which have been seen in other supplements.

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Key takeawayOsteoCalVitFort supplementation reduces side effects and improves patient satisfaction, with 94% satisfied and no reported side effects.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Calcium vitamin D3 supplementation in clinical practice: side effect and satisfaction

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