Children's calcium

Calcium deficiency in children is a common phenomenon. This mineral is very necessary for the baby, especially in the first years of life, when the load on his musculoskeletal apparatus is great. Of course, calcium is best absorbed, which is contained in food (dairy products, milk, cheeses). However, sometimes, this is not enough. Then the doctors prescribe calcium preparations for children.

What drugs can be used for calcium deficiency?

Currently, calcium-containing products for children are represented in the pharmacy network in a wide range. Therefore, mothers, faced with the need to take such drugs, there are some difficulties in their choice.

Over the long years of use, the following drugs have proved to be the most effective:

However, do not forget about the reliable and time-tested drug - calcium gluconate.

What can I take to babies under 1 year?

Young mothers often face the problem of choosing calcium drugs for children under 1 year. Most of all dietary supplements containing calcium are allowed, for example, by children from 3 years of age. The only drug that can be used in the treatment of calcium deficiency, starting directly from birth, is Complyitium Calcium D3 for toddlers. This remedy is often prescribed for children in order to prevent rickets. It is produced in the form of powder in sachets, the contents of which must be diluted in water to prepare a suspension. As a result, 5 mg of the prepared suspension contains 200 mg of calcium and 50 MU of vitamin D3.

Complicit Calcium D3 for babies does not contain any dyes and preservatives in its composition, and it also has a pleasant taste that is pleasant to children. That is why, often pediatricians call it the best calcium preparation for children of any age.

What features should be considered when taking calcium preparations?

Absolutely everything containing children's preparations with calcium, it is better to take in the evening, with food intake. At the same time, the food should be low-fat, and do not contain the phytonic compounds, with which oatmeal is so rich. These structures interfere with the normal process of calcium absorption by the body.

It should also be taken into account that such drugs must be taken for preventive purposes.