Faulding® Calcium PLUS D3 + Minerals is specially formulated to support the growth and maintenance of strong, healthy bones. It contains calcium, which can assist in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, along with vitamin D, which helps with calcium absorption. A diet deficient in calcium can lead to osteoporosis in later life. Faulding® Calcium PLUS D3 + Minerals contains magnesium, a mineral which is an essential constituent of bones and plays an essential role in supporting the health and strength of the skeletal system. Manganese is an essential trace mineral that is necessary for bone formation. Vitamin D, contained in Faulding® Calcium PLUS D3 + Minerals, helps calcium absorption.