A couple of questions

How much vitamin D should I take with calcium?

Can you take vitamin D and calcium at the same time?

Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium, but you do not have to take calcium and vitamin D at the same time. For the best absorption of calcium, make sure you get enough vitamin D.

How much calcium and vitamin D should I take for osteoporosis?

Based upon the meta-analyses discussed below, we suggest 1200 mg of calcium (total of diet and supplement) and 800 international units of vitamin D daily for postmenopausal osteoporosis.

What are the side effects of taking calcium with vitamin D?

What are the side effects of Calcium And Vitamin D Combination (Calcium 500+D)?

  • nausea, vomiting, constipation;
  • increased thirst or urination;
  • muscle weakness, bone pain; or.
  • confusion, lack of energy, or feeling tired.

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Why should calcium and vitamin D not be taken together?

Calcium can make it harder for your body to absorb certain medicines, and some medicines can make it harder for your body to absorb vitamin D. If you take other medications, take them at least 2 hours before or 4 to 6 hours after you take calcium and vitamin D combination.

What time of day is best to take calcium and vitamin D?

To maximize your absorption of calcium, take no more than 500 mg at a time. You might take one 500 mg supplement in the morning and another at night. If you take a supplement that also contains vitamin D, it will help your body absorb calcium more efficiently.

How much calcium and vitamin D3 should I take daily?

One thing the studies have taught us is that both calcium and vitamin D are essential in building bone. The question is how much of each. Dr. Willett recommends going lower on calcium and higher on vitamin D than the guidelines suggest—500 to 700 mg a day of calcium and 800 to 1,000 IU of vitamin D.

Is 600 IU of vitamin D enough?

If you're taking a vitamin D supplement, you probably don't need more than 600 to 800 IU per day, which is adequate for most people. Some people may need a higher dose, however, including those with a bone health disorder and those with a condition that interferes with the absorption of vitamin D or calcium, says Dr.