Question
“My child is 6 months old and is currently taking calcium gluconate (blue bottle). They have already finished one bottle. I would like to know whether I should continue the supplementation, and generally, for how long should it be taken?”
Answer
“If your child has been diagnosed with calcium deficiency and is taking both cod liver oil and calcium gluconate, it is recommended to undergo a serum calcium test to determine the exact duration of supplementation. If the test shows that the serum calcium level has returned to normal, you can discontinue the supplements. If testing is not possible, it is suggested to take them for one month and then take a break for another month, with cod liver oil following the same schedule. I hope this helps, and wish your baby a healthy growth.”