Alternative Calcium tablets

Can the tablets not be crushed up, then given to her with a drink of water?

Ask her GP if she can have dispersible tablets. So much easier.

I think she has just been given the big standard issue, I’m sure there is lots of alternatives even different kinds of calcium!

After my first hip was resurfaced, I used to have chewable Calcichew but for the last few years I’ve been prescribed Accrete which are (quite large) tablets to swallow. They contain Vit D which aids absorption of the calcium.

I take a combined calcium ,vitD and vit K everyday . Boots own and oval shaped very easy to swallow even without water.

You need calcium and vitamin D combined as I can't remember which way round it is whether it you need calcium to absorb vitamin D or the other way round . Radiographer told me at my first mammogram to take combined calcium and vitamin D to protect my bones ..

It may be worth checking whether your Mum’s surgery employs a pharmacist. Generally easier to get hold of than the GP and they will be able to help.