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Vitamin D and Calcium

Lady Hardinge Medical College · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Vitamin D and Calcium work together to promote bone mineralization and maintain serum calcium and phosphate homeostasis.

Vitamin D and Calcium work together to promote bone mineralization and maintain serum calcium and phosphate homeostasis. Used for Vitamin D and calcium deficiency, Osteoporosis prevention and treatment, Hypocalcemia.

At a glance

Generic nameVitamin D and Calcium
SponsorLady Hardinge Medical College
Drug classNutritional supplement / Mineral and vitamin combination
TargetVitamin D receptor (VDR); calcium ion channels and binding proteins
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaBone health / Nutritional supplementation
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Vitamin D enhances intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate, while also regulating calcium reabsorption in the kidneys and promoting bone mineralization. Calcium serves as the structural mineral in bone and is essential for numerous physiological processes including muscle contraction and nerve transmission. Together, they prevent hypocalcemia and support skeletal health.

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