Calcium Carbonate

INFORMATION ABOUT CALCIUM CARBONATE

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

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common

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

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28 Sep 2022 | 02:07 PM (UTC)

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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.

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.