Calcium carbonate with pred?

Hi, this is just a little question. I just started an eight week course of oral steroids starting at 40mg. I know that this is a short course and the risk of things like osteoporosis would presumably happen with longer term use (although I have had courses of steroids before). However I was just wondering if there was anything to suggest that taking a calcium carbonate & D3 tablet each day while I'm on pred might curb any risks even more?

Yes, it's a good idea to supplement calcium & vit D3, even when not on steroids. Your doctor should also monitor blood tests every 6 months for vit/mineral deficiencies that may crop up from UC meds or flares. / Old Hat (40 yrs with left-sided UC; presently in remission taking Colazal)