Calcium
CALCIUM
Overview:
Calcium is a natural mineral that your body needs to stay strong and healthy. It’s best known for keeping your bones and teeth hard and sturdy, but it also plays a big role in muscle movement, heart rhythm, and nerve function.
Classification: Calcium is a dietary supplement and essential mineral.
Uses:
Supports healthy bones and teeth
Helps muscles contract and relax properly
Keeps your heartbeat steady
Helps nerves send signals
Used to prevent or treat calcium deficiency, especially in people with osteoporosis, poor diet, or during pregnancy or growth phases
How It Works:
Calcium gets absorbed from the food you eat or from supplements. Once in your blood, it’s sent to places where it’s needed—mostly bones, teeth, and muscles. It strengthens bones, supports heart and muscle function, and helps nerves carry messages throughout your body.
Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects:
Most people can take calcium without issues, but some might notice:
Stomach upset or bloating
Constipation (trouble going to the bathroom)
Gas
Mild nausea (feeling slightly sick)
Dry mouth or a chalky taste
Kidney stones
High calcium levels in the blood, which may cause confusion, tiredness, or increased thirst
Precautions:
Don’t take more than recommended: Too much calcium can build up in the body and cause problems like kidney stones or high blood calcium.
Tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you have kidney disease, heart problems, or a history of kidney stones.
Let your doctor know if you’re taking other medications: Calcium can interfere with how some drugs work—like antibiotics, thyroid medicine, or iron supplements.
Take it the right way: Some types of calcium work better with food, while others don’t. Follow the label or your doctor’s advice.
Stay hydrated: Drinking enough water helps prevent kidney stone risk when taking calcium supplements.
Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage
Rosuvastatin
ROSUVASTATIN
Overview:
Rosuvastatin is a medication used to lower “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides in the blood while raising “good” cholesterol (HDL). It helps reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems—especially in people with risk factors like diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of heart disease.
Classification:
Statins (also called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors)
Uses:
To lower high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
To prevent heart attack or stroke
To treat certain inherited cholesterol disorders (like familial hypercholesterolemia)
Often used as part of a heart-healthy plan that includes diet, exercise, and weight control
How It Work:
Rosuvastatin works by blocking an enzyme in your liver that helps make cholesterol. With less cholesterol being made, your body pulls cholesterol out of the blood, lowering overall levels. It also helps stabilize plaque in blood vessels, reducing the risk of heart attacks.
Dosage:
As prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
Most people tolerate rosuvastatin well, but some may experience:
Muscle pain or weakness
Headache
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Elevated liver enzymes (your doctor may monitor this)
Serious but rare:
Severe muscle problems (rhabdomyolysis)
Liver damage
Tell your doctor if you experience unusual fatigue, dark urine, or yellowing of the skin/eyes.
Precautions:
Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney problems, or thyroid disorders.
Avoid excessive alcohol—it increases the risk of liver damage.
Not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if accompanied by fever or fatigue.
Let your doctor know about all medications and supplements you’re taking, including over-the-counter products.
Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage
