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Calcium Carbonate Uses
Calcium Carbonate is used in the treatment of
nutritional deficiencies
.
How Calcium Carbonate works
Calcium Carbonate provides essential nutrients
Common side effects of Calcium Carbonate
Constipation, Increased calcium level in blood, Decreased phosphate level in blood, Milk-alkali syndrome, Abdominal bloating, Xerostomia, Acid reflux, Decreased appetite, Irritability, Vomiting, Nausea, Headache
Expert advice for Calcium Carbonate
Calcium Carbonate helps treat calcium deficiency.
Do not take it within 1-2 hours of taking other medicines. Calcium may decrease the absorption of the other medicines.
Do not take it within 2 hours of eating foods rich in oxalic acid (e.g. spinach), phosphate (e.g. bran), or phytic acid (e.g. whole cereals).
Inform your doctor if you have problems with your kidneys.
Medicine brands for Calcium Carbonate
Frequently asked questions for Calcium Carbonate
Q. What is supracal/shelcal 500/cipcal 500?
Shelcal, supracal, cipcal contain calcium carbonate along with vitamin D3
Q. What is it used for?
These preparations are used as a calcium supplements
Q. Is calcium carbonate/shelcal 500 chewable?
Yes, however it depends on dosage form available. If it is an oral tablet it has to be swallowed
Q. Is calcium carbonate a metal/ alkali/ base?
No, calcium carbonate is a mineral salt
Q. Does calcium carbonate cause kidney stones?
Calcium carbonate may cause kidney stones if taken at larger dose or for prolonged duration. Always consult your docctor regarding its use.
Calcium Carbonate
Written By Dr. Syeda Aafia
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma
Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)
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Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma
