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2022-10-18 17:21:16
Hello Doctors. I'm nearly 4 month pregnant. My gynecologist go for vacation. For this I'm late for taking iron & calcium tablets. I'm taking hemfer XT for iron. Can I take shelcal 500 ? If yes how many times per day & before or after meal?
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Answered2022-10-19 09:47:27

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If your Gynaecologist has gone on a long leave then you should register yourself with another Gynaecologist in your area. You will need periodical Medical examination during your pregnancy. Everything can't be discussed on Tele-consultation.

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Answered2022-10-18 17:59:32

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Yes Two times a day after meal

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You can take shelcal 500 mg twice daily.

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Yes u can take shelcal 500 mg two times a day after food Take iron 30 min before food, once a day

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