Patient's question:
Hello doctor, my child is currently under 2 years old. How can I know if my child is calcium deficient, and what kind of calcium supplements should I give? I've heard that calcium deficiency is not good, but taking too much calcium can stunt growth, right? I am currently giving him one calcium tablet every day, but if he takes too much, he may experience constipation. Is there a connection? I hope you can answer my questions comprehensively. Thank you!Doctor's answer:
Your baby can take Longmu Zhuanggu Granules to treat calcium deficiency. The calcium source in Longmu Zhuanggu Granules is easily absorbable organic calcium, such as gluconate calcium and lactate calcium, and it also contains vitamin D to promote calcium absorption. Additionally, traditional Chinese medicine helps regulate the spleen and stomach, enhancing digestion and absorption. Take 7 grams at a time, three times a day, with warm water. Generally, it takes about 4 weeks to improve your baby's poor appetite and other calcium deficiency symptoms. It can be taken long-term.As for Longmu Chewing Tablets, they are currently not available for sale. You can also include more calcium-rich foods in your baby's diet, such as bones, shrimp skins, bone broth, fresh fish, live shrimp, kelp, egg yolks, nori, milk, and soy products.