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It depends how young your child is. I'm currently doing coursework on the subject so this site really helped me out. It highlights all the daily requirements. Just select an age group
http://www.waitrose.com/food/healthandnutrition/healthyeatingforchildren.aspx
How much calcium?
Calcium needs change depending on age. Here are the recommended amounts:
Children 0-6 months: 210 mg
Children 6-12 months: 270 mg
Children 1-3 years: 500 mg
Children 4-8: 800 mg
Children 9-18: 1,300 mg
Adults 19-50: 1,000 mg
Adults 51-plus: 1,200 mg
Source: Surgeon General
The amount of calcium a child between the age of 1-3 is required to have about 500mg of calcium each day. Since children between the age of 1-3 usually drink milk on a daily basis they usually will meet the required amount of calcium which is 500mg, 2 glasses of milk equals 500mg.
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Are the American Health Calcium Magnesium Zinc Tablets safe for children?
No, it is not recommended to give these to children. There are children-safe tablets available designed specifically for children.
What does RDD mean?
Recommended Daily Dose or Recommended Daily Dose
How much dose calcium cost per pound?
The price of calcium per pound can vary depending on the source and purity of the calcium. On average, the cost of calcium can range from $0.05 to $0.50 per pound. It is recommended to check with suppliers or retailers for current pricing.
Can you take twice the recommended dose of the morning after?
Yes you can take twice the recommended dose of the morning after pill. However it is not recommended. Although safe, it is never a good idea to take more than the recommended dose of any medication.
What is the recommended dose of voltorol?
Voltorol also known as Diclofenac. Recommended dose: 75-150mg daily. (In 3 individual doses).
How many valance electrons dose calcium have?
2
What is the recommended dose of calcium per day for women over sixty?
1200 mg daily in divided doses (your body can only absorb about 500-600 mg at one time - I'd take one dose in the morning and one at night). Make sure you get a formulation with vitamin D, which is necessary for calcium absorption.
How many protons dose calcium have?
A calcium atom (Ca) has 20 protons.Another way of saying this is: the atomic number of calcium is 20.
What is the daily dose for Wellbutrin?
For adults, the dosage ranges from 200 - 450 mg per day, in divided doses; the normal daily dose is 300 mg. This medication is not recommended for children under the age of 18 years.
What does RDD stand for in vitamins?
Recommended Daily Dosage
What is the recommended daily?
The daily dose of recommended fiber for adults is 20 to 30 mg
What would you do if a medication order was above the manufacturer's recommended dose?
Ask a pharmacist. There are sometimes medical conditions that would warrant a greater than recommended dose.
