Cal-Nate (Oral)

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Cal-Nate (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information

Cal-Nate (Oral)

Cal-Nate (Oral) Medication Classification

PRENATAL VITAMINS (By mouth)

Cal-Nate (Oral) Brandname

Prenate GT, Precare Prenatal, Natalcare Rx, Natalcare Plus, Citracal Prenatal Rx, Ultra Natalcare, Duet Stuartnatal, Natalcare CFE 60, Premesis Rx, Embrex 600, Nutrinate, Stuartnatal Plus 3, Precare Conceive, Natafort, Vitafol-PN

Cal-Nate (Oral) is used for the Treatment

Prenatal vitamins are used to supplement the diet during pregnancy and during breastfeeding.

When To Not Use Cal-Nate (Oral)

You should not use prenatal vitamins if you have ever had an allergic reaction to vitamin and mineral supplements.

How Should You Use Cal-Nate (Oral)

Coated Tablet, Capsule, Chewable Tablet, Liquid Filled Capsule, Powder, Tablet

• Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
• Swallow the tablet or capsule whole. Do not break, chew, or crush it.
• The chewable tablet should be chewed before you swallow it.
• Dissolve the powder in 4 to 5 ounces of water and drink the mixture right away.
If a dose is missed:
• If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
• Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Proper Cal-Nate (Oral) Storage

Store Cal-Nate (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Cal-Nate (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using Cal-Nate (Oral)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• You should not use other vitamin and mineral supplements while you are receiving prenatal vitamins.

Cal-Nate (Oral) Warnings

• Follow the diet prescribed by your doctor.

Cal-Nate (Oral) Side Effects

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Dark stools or constipation
• Mild nausea