Translations:Calcium supplement/4/en

The medical use of calcium supplements began in the 19th century. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. It is available as a generic medication. In 2020, it was the 204th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 2 million prescriptions. Versions are also sold together with vitamin D. In 2020, the combination, calcium/vitamin D was the 215th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 2 million prescriptions.