Product Name & Strength: VitaCed Vitamin C + Calcium Effervescent Tablets, 10 Tablets.
Indications (Approved Uses): Dietary supplementation universally indicated for the maintenance of optimal skeletal and immune health. Calcium is essential for the preservation of normal bones and teeth, optimal muscle function, and normal neurotransmission. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) acts as a potent antioxidant to protect cells from oxidative stress, bolsters the immune system, and promotes normal collagen formation, which is vital for the structural integrity of blood vessels, cartilage, gums, skin, and bones.
Contraindications (Safety Warnings): Hypersensitivity to ascorbic acid, calcium salts, or any of the effervescent excipients. This product is strictly contraindicated in patients with hypercalcaemia (elevated serum calcium), hypercalciuria (elevated urine calcium), severe renal impairment, or a history of calcium-based renal calculi (nephrolithiasis). Extreme caution is required in patients with iron-overload disorders (such as haemochromatosis), as high-dose Vitamin C significantly enhances iron absorption. Patients taking cardiac glycosides (such as digoxin) must exercise extreme caution, as hypercalcaemia can precipitate fatal cardiac arrhythmias. Additionally, patients on a strict low-sodium diet should be mindful of the sodium content inherent in effervescent tablet formulations.
Side Effects (Adverse Reactions): Generally well-tolerated at the recommended daily dosage. Potential adverse effects are primarily gastrointestinal, including mild constipation (typically associated with calcium supplementation), nausea, stomach cramps, flatulence, and mild diarrhoea (associated with high-dose Vitamin C). The effervescent reaction may also cause transient abdominal bloating or eructation (belching) in susceptible individuals. Chronic ingestion of high-dose Vitamin C may rarely increase the risk of oxalate kidney stones in predisposed patients.
Active / Nutritional Information: The active formulation provides a high-strength dual-action blend consisting of Calcium 1000 mg (1 g) and Vitamin C 1000 mg (1 g) per effervescent tablet, formulated as a daily food supplement with a refreshing orange and grapefruit flavour.
Instructions for Use / Dosage: For oral administration. Adults are typically advised to dissolve one effervescent tablet in a glass of water (approximately 250 ml) once daily, allowing it to dissolve completely before drinking. It is best taken with a meal to optimise absorption and minimise gastrointestinal discomfort. Always consult the physical package labelling for exact manufacturer dosage guidelines or follow the direct advice of a healthcare professional.
