Calcium Carbonate Tablets
Used to treat calcium deficiency, indicated to support bone mineral density.
Strengths: 500mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Calcichew; Adcal
- Therapeutic class
Calcium Supplement
- Pharmacological class
Alkaline Earth Metal
- Known off-label uses
dyspepsia
- Contraindications
hypercalcaemia; hypercalciuria; nephrolithiasis
- Precautions and warnings
monitor calcium levels in blood and urine; maintain adequate fluid intake
- Minor side effects
flatulence; constipation; nausea
- Moderate side effects
hypercalcaemia; hypercalciuria
- Serious side effects
nephrocalcinosis — requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Patient summary
Used to treat calcium deficiency, indicated to support bone mineral density.
- Prescription status
GSL
- Manufacturer
Various
- Onset Time
30–60 minutes
- Duration
12 hours
- Storage instructions
Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
tetracycline antibiotics; bisphosphonates; quinolone antibiotics
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding when used as directed.
Mechanism of action
Calcium carbonate acts as a source of elemental calcium, which is essential for bone homeostasis, muscular contraction, and nerve impulse transmission.
Calcium Carbonate Tablets
Used to treat calcium deficiency, indicated to support bone mineral density.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Calcium Carbonate
- Listed indication(s): Calcium Deficiency, Osteoporosis