Elcium Forte: Uses, Benefits, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions
Elcium Forte is a supplement containing calcium, magnesium, zinc, and vitamin D3. Elcium Forte tablets offer a unique bone health formula that provides the correct amount of the key nutrients to keep your bones strong and healthy. The supplement includes 100% of the recommended daily allowance of calcium, magnesium, zinc, and vitamin D3.
Calcium is essential for bone health. Calcium and vitamin D3 are essential nutrients for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Studies in older women show that adequate calcium intake and vitamin D3 can lower the risk of fractures.
Each tablet of Elcium Forte contains the following active ingredients: Calcium carbonate 1000 mg, Vitamin D3 200 IU, Magnesium Oxide 100 mg, and Zinc Sulphate 4 mg. Elcium Forte is manufactured by Alpha Nova Pharmaceuticals.
Benefits of Elcium Forte
There are several benefits of Elcium Forte they include:
Support for bone health
Elcium Forte helps to strengthen your bones in a variety of ways. Calcium is the main mineral in your bones, which hold more than 99% of your body’s calcium stores. Your body is constantly regenerating its bone tissue, so it’s important to consume an adequate amount of this mineral daily.
The zinc in Elcium Forte also helps comprise the mineral portion of your bones. In addition, it supports bone-building cells while inhibiting the formation of cells that encourage bone breakdown. Finally, magnesium plays a key role in converting vitamin D into its active form, which aids calcium absorption.
Boost your mood
Magnesium and zinc, key ingredients in Elcium Forte are fundamental to brain signals and processes. If you don’t meet the daily recommendations for these minerals, taking Elcium Forte may help elevate your mood. A recent analysis on depressive symptoms noted that magnesium-based supplements had little effect in controlled studies despite showing promise in observational studies.
Boost immunity
Magnesium and zinc in Elcium Forte may boost your immune system and reduce inflammation. While inflammation is a normal immune response, chronic levels of it can damage your health and promote illnesses like cancer and heart disease.
Zinc plays an important role in the development and function of many immune cells. Supplementing with this mineral may help combat infections and aid wound healing.
Improve sleep quality
Both magnesium and zinc may improve your sleep quality. Studies show that magnesium helps stimulate your body’s parasympathetic nervous system, which helps you feel calm and relaxed. A small 8-week study in older adults with insomnia revealed that a daily regimen of zinc, magnesium, and melatonin — a hormone that regulates your body’s internal clock — helped people fall asleep faster and enhanced sleep quality, compared with a placebo.
How is Elcium Forte taken
Adults, take one tablet up to three times daily with water and a meal.
Can I give these Elcium Forte tablets to my child?
No, Elcium Forte tablets are designed for adults. Check out our Kids First® Gummies for some kid-friendly supplements.
Side Effects
Even at normal doses, Elcium Forte may cause:
• Bloating,
• Gas
• Constipation
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Abdominal pain
• Headaches
• Diarrhea
Excessive intake of Elcium Forte may lead to:
• Low copper levels
• Changes in iron function
• Reduced immune function
• Reduced levels of “good,” high-density lipoprotein cholesterol
• Urogenital problems
Very high doses of Elcium Forte can cause kidney stones. Some studies show taking calcium supplements in addition to a diet high in calcium could raise your risk of heart attacks and strokes, but other experts disagree.
Elcium Forte may also interact with or affect the way antibiotics and diuretics work.
Frequently asked questions FAQ
Why combine magnesium with calcium?
Both magnesium and calcium play a role in bone health, and 60% of Americans’ diets fail to meet recommended daily magnesium intake. Elcium Forte supplements or supports your daily diet.
How much calcium should I take daily?
The recommended daily intake of calcium for adults is 1,000–1,300 mg/day. National nutrient intake data shows that 49% of American adults fail to meet the recommended calcium intake through dietary sources.1 Calcium is an important nutrient, particularly for teens as well as post-menopausal women and older men. There are increased daily intake recommendations for individuals at these specific life stages, including 1,300 mg for teens and 1,200 mg for postmenopausal women (51–70y) and older men (>70y), compared to 1,000 mg for adults (19–50y). In general, you need to consume three or more servings of calcium per day to meet the daily requirement. One serving would be approximately one 8-ounce cup of milk, 6 ounces of yogurt, or 1 ounce of cheese.
Does Elcium Forte calcium contain any lead?
The lead limit for all medicines is well below federally adopted USP (United States Pharmacopeia) and California Proposition 65 regulations. The current California lead limit, effective April 1, 1999, allows for a maximum of 1.5 ppm of lead per 1,000 mg of calcium (which is even lower than federal guidelines that allow for a maximum of 3 ppm of lead calculated on calcium carbonate).
Please note, that because of the chemical similarity between calcium and lead, all calcium supplements have trace amounts of lead in them. Even supplements that report non-detectable amounts may have some lead in them depending on the equipment used.
What does Calcium do for the body?
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and is found primarily in the skeleton, where it helps build and support bones and teeth. Calcium also supports other functions in your body, such as muscles, nerves, and hormones.
How much Calcium per day do I need?
The amount of Calcium you need per day depends on your age and other factors. Adults 19 years and over should consume 1000 mg per day, with adult women over 51 years and all adults over 71 years needing 1200 mg per day. Children over age 9 and teens need 1300 mg per day. Calcium is found in a variety of foods, such as dairy products (milk, yogurt, cheese), kale, broccoli, and bok choi. It is also commonly added to foods fortified with nutrients, such as fruit juices, bread, and breakfast cereals.
What is Calcium Carbonate?
Calcium carbonate is a form of Calcium commonly used in dietary supplements and is best absorbed when taken with food.
What is Magnesium good for?
Magnesium is an essential mineral found in the body. Between 50 to 60% of Magnesium is stored in our bones, 1% in our blood, and the remainder in cells and tissues. Magnesium assists in more than 300 metabolic reactions, helping support bone health, nerves, and muscle function.
What is Zinc good for?
Zinc is an essential mineral that plays a role in numerous reactions in the body and is vital for normal growth and development.
What does Vitamin D do?
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that our bodies need every day. On top of supporting bone, teeth, muscle, and immune health, it also helps improve Calcium absorption.
When does this product expire?
Yes, refer to the expiration date on the Elcium Forte pack.
