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

Frequent urge to urinate, Burping, Constipation, Dryness in mouth, Loss of appetite, Stomach pain, Upset stomach
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Dr. Betina Chandolia
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Dr. Ashish Ranjan
MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated
18 Feb 2020 | 11:51 AM (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

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.

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