What calcium supplements are good for middle-aged people with muscle cramps?
Disease description:
Recently, my father has been experiencing frequent muscle cramps. I would like to ask the doctor, what kind of calcium tablets are suitable for middle-aged people with muscle cramps?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
Leg cramps in middle-aged individuals may be related to deficiencies in minerals such as calcium and magnesium. The following types of calcium supplements can be considered:
1. Combination calcium supplements containing vitamin D, as vitamin D aids in calcium absorption and utilization.
2. Calcium carbonate D3: This contains both calcium and vitamin D, helping to replenish the body's calcium needs and promote calcium absorption.
3. Calcium gluconate: A commonly used calcium supplement with a high calcium content, it can effectively improve muscle spasms caused by calcium deficiency.
4. Calcium citrate: With good water solubility and bioavailability, it can effectively prevent and treat various diseases caused by calcium deficiency, such as leg cramps.
5. Calcium acetate: Primarily used for the prevention and treatment of calcium deficiency, it can relieve leg cramps caused by insufficient calcium levels.
6. Calcium lactate: An organic form of calcium that is easily absorbed and utilized by the human body, making it suitable for calcium supplementation in middle-aged and elderly individuals. However, care should be taken not to exceed recommended dosages to avoid the risk of hypercalcemia.
Before taking calcium supplements, consult a physician to avoid blind supplementation.
