Calcivite D

Calcivite is composed of calcium and vitamin D3. With the exception of vitamin B12 and folic acid, it contains the same active ingredients as Clacigen D Vital Complex (see above) and can also be purchased without a prescription from a pharmacy. Both preparations are used with lack of calcium and Vitamin D3, as well as for the support of the Osteoporosetherapie and are to be taken as chewing tablets twice daily between the meals. Side effects and contraindications are also identical. The duration of use of both preparations should be determined by a physician.

Center A-Zinc

Centrum A-Zinc is a nutritional supplement containing vitamins, minerals and trace elements. It is available without prescription in pharmacies. Centrum contains, among others, vitamins A, D, E, K, C, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9 and B12, the trace elements iron, calcium, magnesium, copper and zinc, as well as plant substances such as lutein.

It should help to cover the daily requirements of these important substances and thus contribute to a balanced and healthy diet. However, it cannot replace them. The recommended intake is one tablet a day and should not be exceeded.

Pregnant women in particular should consult a doctor before taking it, as too much vitamin A can cause damage to the child. Particularly with over-the-counter multivitamin preparations such as Centrum or Doppelherz it is important to be careful, as these do not specifically cover a possible deficiency and can therefore lead to high vitamin concentrations in the body (hypervitaminosis). Hypervitaminosis, as in the case of vitamin A, can lead to headaches, nausea, vomiting, muscle coordination disorders and skin damage.

Ferro Sanol

Ferro Sanol is an iron preparation, which can be purchased over the counter in pharmacies. The active ingredient is the iron(II)-glycine-sulfate complex (225 mg/1 tablet), which means that one tablet contains 40 mg of iron(II) ions. Iron is an important trace element, which is involved in the formation of red blood cells, among other things.

Ferro sanol is indicated for iron deficiency and iron deficiency anaemia (anaemia caused by iron deficiency). A doctor must determine whether an iron deficiency is present and whether this is the reason for the anemia. Ferro sanol is contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to ingredients, iron overload (hemochromatosis), anemia with iron utilization disorders (e.g., iron deficiency in the blood), and in the case of anemia due to iron deficiency.B.

thalassemia), hemolytic anemia and in some cases in chronic inflammatory bowel diseases, gastritis and ulcers of the digestive tract. It should not be used in children under 6 years of age, but is safe during pregnancy and lactation. Possible side effects include Gastrointestinal problems, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation. The dose is at the beginning of the treatment 1-2 tablets to be taken 3 times a day and subsequently 1 tablet to be taken 1-2 times a day. The exact dose and duration of use should be determined by a doctor at the beginning of the treatment.