Patient's question:
A 100-day-old baby with calcium deficiency is taking pediatric calcium carbonate D3. They have been taking it for about two weeks (half a pack once a day on one day, and one pill on the other day). The calcium deficiency symptoms have subsided, they sleep more stably, and their mood is also normal. How can the calcium supplement be stopped? Since the baby is still young, when taking pediatric calcium supplements, should it be taken for a certain period of time with breaks, or can it be taken continuously?Previous treatment and effectiveness:
Symptoms of calcium deficiency were present, and pediatric calcium carbonate D3 was started two weeks ago. It has been taken for about two weeks (half a pack once a day on one day, and one pill on the other day).
Desired assistance:
Hello expert, the baby's calcium deficiency symptoms have subsided. How can the calcium supplement be stopped? Since the baby is still young, when taking pediatric calcium supplements, should it be taken for a certain period of time with breaks, or can it be taken continuously?
Doctor's answer:
Taking calcium requires patience to be effective. Children's Calcium Carbonate D3 Granules are good, with a milky taste that won't irritate your taste buds. A spoonful of water is enough to mix them well. It's also easy to digest. Make sure to get plenty of sunlight, but it's essential to take the medication as prescribed—never increase the dosage on your own. However, supplements are better than food. There are many sources of calcium in food. Calcium-rich foods mainly include:1. Milk, yogurt, cheese, and other dairy products.
2. Tofu, soy milk, and other soy products.
3. Fish scales, kelp, nori, seafood, fish bone powder, and other aquatic products.
4. Other foods: egg yolks, bone broth, lotus root powder, root vegetables, sesame, hawthorn, etc.
You can also often take your baby out to bask in the sun.