BONETAB
Bonetab | Calcium and Vitamin D3 Supplement for Bone Health in Pakistan
Bonetab is Pakistan's most comprehensive calcium supplement for bone health, formulated with 800mg of calcium, 25µg of vegan Vitamin D3 and seven supporting co-factors including magnesium, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese and boron. While most calcium tablets available in Pakistan provide basic calcium with a low-dose Vitamin D2, Bonetab uses the superior D3 form derived from a natural algal plant source, providing five times the standard daily reference value of Vitamin D per dose. It is the only vegan-certified calcium formula of its kind available in Pakistan, approved by both the Vegan Society and the Vegetarian Society. Two tablets a day with your main meal covers your full daily calcium requirement alongside the co-factors your body needs to actually absorb and use it.
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Why Calcium Alone Is Not Enough
Taking a calcium supplement without the right supporting nutrients is one of the most common mistakes people make with bone health. Calcium cannot be properly absorbed or utilised by the body without adequate Vitamin D. Magnesium is needed for converting Vitamin D into its active form. Zinc contributes directly to normal bone tissue maintenance. Without these co-factors working together, a significant portion of the calcium you consume simply passes through the body without reaching your bones. Bonetab is formulated with this in mind, combining calcium with every key co-factor needed to ensure it gets where it needs to go.
Key Benefits of Bonetab
Strong Bones and Normal Bone Density
Bonetab contains calcium, magnesium, vitamin D and zinc which all contribute to the maintenance of normal bones. Calcium at 800mg per daily dose covers 100% of the nutrient reference value, providing the structural mineral your bones require every single day. Magnesium at 300mg (80% NRV) supports the enzymatic processes that regulate calcium metabolism. Boron at 0.6mg is included as a trace mineral with an emerging role in bone mineralisation that most calcium supplements in Pakistan do not include.
Vitamin D3 at a Meaningful Dose
Most calcium supplements in Pakistan include Vitamin D at 400 IU or 10µg, which is the bare minimum daily recommendation. Bonetab provides Vitamin D3 at 1000 IU (25µg), five times the daily reference value, in line with the latest Royal Osteoporosis Society guidelines for regular bone health maintenance. This matters because Vitamin D deficiency is widespread in Pakistan, with research estimating that up to 80% of Pakistanis have insufficient Vitamin D levels despite abundant sunlight. Bonetab uses Vitamin D3, which is the same form the body produces naturally on sun exposure and is significantly more effective than the D2 form found in many cheaper supplements.
Bone Health for Women at Every Life Stage
Women face a higher lifetime risk of bone loss than men. Bone mineral content tends to be lower in women, dietary calcium intake often decreases with age, and bone loss accelerates rapidly after menopause due to the drop in oestrogen. Bonetab is particularly important for women of childbearing age, who require consistent calcium intake to support normal bone mineralisation, for pregnant and breastfeeding women whose calcium demands increase significantly, and for postmenopausal women who are at the highest risk of accelerated bone density loss. Peak bone mass is built during childhood and adolescence, but maintaining it through adulthood and into later life requires daily nutritional support.
Bone Health for Men and Active Individuals
While osteoporosis is more commonly discussed in women, men also lose bone mass progressively throughout their lifetime. Bonetab is suitable for men and women of all ages. For men who exercise regularly, calcium and magnesium are important for normal muscle function alongside bone health. Selenium at 55µg (100% NRV) contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, which is particularly relevant for those who are physically active.
Vegan and Vegetarian Certified
Bonetab is one of very few bone health supplements available in Pakistan that is fully certified by both the Vegan Society and the Vegetarian Society. The Vitamin D3 used in the formula is derived from an algal plant source rather than from lanolin (sheep's wool), which is the source used in the majority of Vitamin D3 supplements globally. This makes Bonetab the right choice for anyone following a plant-based diet who wants to maintain bone health without compromising their values.
What You Get in Every Daily Dose
- Calcium at 800mg (100% NRV), the full daily requirement in two tablets
- Vitamin D3 at 25µg or 1000 IU (500% NRV), the highest dose in a calcium formula available in Pakistan
- Magnesium at 300mg (80% NRV) for calcium metabolism and normal muscle function
- Zinc at 10mg (100% NRV) for normal bone tissue maintenance
- Selenium at 55µg (100% NRV) for cell protection
- Copper, Manganese and Boron as additional bone co-factors
- Vegan D3 from algal plant source, certified by the Vegan and Vegetarian Societies
- Free from gluten, lactose, yeast, preservatives, artificial colours and hormones
Who Should Take Bonetab
Bonetab is the right choice for women of all ages who want to maintain bone density and reduce long-term risk of bone loss, postmenopausal women who face accelerated bone density decline, pregnant and breastfeeding women with increased calcium requirements, men who want daily bone and muscle support, anyone living in Pakistan with low sun exposure or suspected Vitamin D deficiency, vegans and vegetarians seeking a certified plant-friendly calcium formula, and anyone looking for a single supplement to replace separate calcium and Vitamin D tablets.
Directions for Use
Take two Bonetab tablets per day with your main meal. Swallow with water and do not chew. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Bonetab can be continued for as long as required. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are under medical supervision, have epilepsy, or are allergic to any of the listed ingredients. Not suitable for children. Store below 25°C in a dry place out of reach of children.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bonetab available online in Pakistan? Yes. Bonetab is available to order online across Pakistan through SHS Nutrition with free shipping on orders above Rs. 3,000.
What is the price of Bonetab in Pakistan? Bonetab is currently priced at Rs. 1,350, discounted from the regular price of Rs. 1,500, available exclusively on shsnutrition.pk.
How is Bonetab different from Osteocare? Both are calcium and vitamin D supplements for bone health, but Bonetab provides Vitamin D3 at 25µg (1000 IU) which is more than double the dose in standard Osteocare tablets (10µg). Bonetab also includes Selenium and Boron which are not present in the standard Osteocare formula. Bonetab is additionally certified by the Vegan Society and Vegetarian Society, making it suitable for plant-based diets.
Why is Vitamin D3 better than Vitamin D2? Vitamin D3 is the form of Vitamin D that the human body produces naturally through sun exposure. Research consistently shows that D3 raises blood Vitamin D levels more effectively and maintains them for longer than D2. Bonetab uses Vitamin D3 derived from a vegan algal source, making it both the most effective and the most diet-inclusive form available.
Can I take Bonetab during pregnancy? Calcium and Vitamin D requirements increase during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Bonetab can be taken during these periods but we recommend consulting your doctor or midwife before use to confirm the right supplementation approach for your individual needs.
Is Bonetab suitable for men? Yes. Bonetab is formulated for men and women of all ages. Men also experience gradual bone density loss over time, and calcium with Vitamin D3 is important for maintaining normal bone health and muscle function regardless of gender.
How long should I take Bonetab? Bonetab can be continued for as long as required. Bone health is a lifelong concern and consistent daily supplementation is more effective than short-term use. Most bone health benefits from calcium and Vitamin D supplementation accumulate over months and years of regular intake.
Bonetab
Bonetab is the No.1 calcium formula and has been scientifically developed on the basis of the very latest research to provide a rich source of calcium and co-factors including vitamin D which helps with the normal absorption of calcium by the body. Bonetab Original is suitable for vegans too and is officially approved by both the Vegan Society and the Vegetarian Society.
Improved formula now with vegan vitamin D3
This improved formula has been developed in line with the latest ‘Vitamin D and Bone Health’ guidelines (ROS, 2018) for regular maintenance intake, providing 25μg of vitamin D3*. Alongside magnesium, calcium, zinc, plus four additional supporting nutrients.
Bonetab contains the preferred D3 form of Vitamin D. Vitamin D3, also known as cholecalciferol, is the form of vitamin D that is produced by the skin on exposure to sunlight. D3 is the preferred form of vitamin D because it is the specific form made in the human body and therefore more effective than D2 which is found in some supplements.
SHS Nutritions nutritional experts have formulated Bonetab with vitamin D3 derived from a natural vegan plant source (Algal).
Calcium plus co-factors
Bonetab provides 100% NRV (Nutrient Reference Value) of calcium carefully combined with co-factors including vitamin D, zinc and magnesium, all of which help to maintain normal bone health.
Calcium is important for everyone
Ensuring an adequate intake of calcium is vital for men and women of all ages, as evidence suggests that healthy practices early in life, including the adequate consumption of calcium and trace elements, contribute to normal bone health and optimal bone mineralisation. Peak bone mass, obtained during childhood and adolescent growth is known to be of major importance in maintaining bones later in life. The Department of Health recommends that everyone should consider taking a daily supplement containing vitamin D, particularly during autumn and winter.
Calcium is vital for older women
Both sexes lose bone mass during their lifetime but after the menopause women usually lose bone mass much faster than men.
Postmenopausal women have an increased risk of bone loss for three reasons:
- Bone mineral content tends to be lower in women than in men
- Dietary calcium intake may decrease with age
- The rate of bone loss accelerates at menopause
Have difficulty swallowing tablets?
This Original formula is also available in a chewable tablet for those who have difficulty with swallowing tablets. Bonetab Chewable provides the same levels of calcium, magnesium and zinc which contribute to the maintenance of normal bone health. Getting enough calcium is especially important for men and women over 50, during pregnancy and breast-feeding, as well as during and after the menopause.
Calcium intake guidelines
The Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS) recommends the following guidelines for calcium intake.
Age Suggested daily calcium intake0-* 12 months(non-breast-fed infants only)525 mg
* 1-3 years350 mg
* 4-6 years450 mg7-10 years550 mg
* 11-18 years boys/girls 1000 / 800 mg
* 19+ years700 mg
* Pregnant woman700 mg
* Breastfeeding woman700 + 550 mg
Based on the Department of Health Committee on the Medical Aspects of Food and Nutrition policy 1998.
Based on scientific research
The Bonetab formulation is based on the very latest international findings on the role of nutrients in normal bone health, as well as multiple large-scale scientific studies in the past 30 years.
*average per 2 tablets
TWO TABLETS PER DAY WITH YOUR MAIN MEAL. Swallow with water or a cold drink. Not to be chewed. Do not exceed the recommended intake.
Bonetab can be continued for as long as required.
- Suitable for vegans & vegetarians
- Free from gluten, lactose, yeast, preservatives, drugs & hormones
- No artificial colourants. Other calcium tablets may be coated with added colourants.
- Osteocare is not tested on animals
Food Supplement
Food supplements must not replace a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. As with other food supplements, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using if you are under medical supervision, have epilepsy, suffer from food allergies, or are allergic to any of the ingredients.
Made in a site that may handle nuts. Not suitable for children.
Store below 25°C in a dry place, out of sight and reach of children.
| Nutritional Information | Average per 2 tablets | % NRV* |
| Vitamin D (as D3 1000 IU) | 25 µg | 500 |
| Calcium | 800 mg | 100 |
| Magnesium | 300 mg | 80 |
| Zinc | 10 mg | 100 |
| Copper | 500 µg | 50 |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg | 25 |
| Selenium | 55 µg | 100 |
| Boron | 0.6mg |