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  • female
  • 50 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I've been prescribed SHELCAL D tablets, and I'm just wondering how effective they really are. I know my bones are pretty weak and my vitamin D level is 18.5. How long should I be taking this medication, and are there any side effects I should be aware of?

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Its good.. but probably you need to take for life unless you dont decide to take proper balance diet and sun exposure.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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