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Calcium dosage during pregnancy
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500 mg two times a day for 180 days during pregnancy and 180 days during lactation.
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Dr. Zaheda Aziz
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500 mg of elemental calcium twice a day (total of 1g) during pregnancy and lactation.
Can take supplements with Vitamin D combination to improve absorption.
Do not take Iron and Calcium tablets together as they can reduce their absorption.
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Dr. Vijaya Gupta
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Chandigarh
Two times in a day
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Dr. Swetha Sri Modalavalasa
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Durgapur
During pregnancy 1000mg as per guidelines
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
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Bhopal
Consult please.
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