What is Calcium citrate?
Calcium is a naturally occurring mineral. Calcium is essential for the normal functioning of many body functions, including bone formation and maintenance.Calcium citrate can be used to prevent or treat calcium deficiency.This medication guide does not list all possible uses for calcium citrate.
Side effects of Calcium citrate
If you experience any of the following signs or symptoms of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing or facial, lip or throat swelling. Seek medical assistance immediately: hives; difficulty in swallowing or difficulty with breathing; facial, lip or throat swelling and difficulty talking
The side effects of calcium citrate can be serious. If you experience:
- Little or no urination
- Rapid weight gain or swelling
- High levels of calcium are accompanied by nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle pain, fatigue, and confusion.
Side effects of calcium citrate include:
- Upset stomach;
There may be other side effects. Call your physician if experiencing side effects. For advice regarding potential remedies or side effects. The fda can be contacted at 1-800-fda-1088 to report side effects.
Similar/related drugs
Hydrochlorothiazide, alendronate, prolia, fosamax, calcium carbonate, acetylcysteine, and ascorbic acid
Warnings
Please read all the instructions on the label or package of your medication. Inform your healthcare provider about your medical conditions, your allergies, and the medicines you are using.
Before you take this drug
If you have had:
- Kidney disease
- Kidney stone
- Cancer;
- Parathyroid disorder;
- High levels of calcium in the blood
You may need a different dose during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
How to take Calcium citrate?
Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use the recommended dose and do not exceed it.Take calcium citrate either with or without food.Take one tablet along with a glass of water.Calcium citrate is only one part of a comprehensive treatment programme that includes dietary modifications. Find out which foods contain calcium.You may need to adjust your calcium citrate dosage as you change your diet. You should follow your doctor's advice.Store away from heat and moisture at room temperature.
What happens if i miss the dose?
As soon as you realize, take the missed dose immediately; otherwise if your next scheduled dosage is almost due, skip it altogether; taking extra medicine in an attempt to make up for a missed one would only serve to prolong its effects and may make matters worse.
What happens if i overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 immediately if you think there has been poison exposure and seek immediate medical care.
What should be avoided?
Before taking antacids, multivitamins, or mineral supplements, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interaction with other drug
Calcium citrate may impede the absorption of certain medications.take other medications at least two hours before or four to six hours after taking calcium citrate.Calcium citrate may also interact with other drugs, such as vitamins and herbal remedies. Inform your physician of all medications you are currently taking as well as those you will begin or discontinue taking in order to facilitate proper administration and monitoring.
