What is Calcium lactate?
The mineral calcium lactate can be used to prevent or treat low calcium blood levels in patients who don't get enough calcium through food (hypocalcemia).Calcium lactate can also be used to treat conditions like osteoporosis or disorders of the paraathyroid gland.This medication guide does not list all possible uses for calcium lactate.
Side effects of Calcium lactate
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergy reaction, seek immediate medical attention: difficulty breathing, hives, swelling in your lips, face, throat, or tongue.
Calcium lactate may cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Severe nausea, vomiting, or constipation;
- High blood calcium: confusion, fatigue, lack of appetite, thirst, or increased urination
Side effects common to calcium lactate include:
- Stomach pain, gas,
There may be other side effects. Call your physician if experiencing side effects. For advice regarding medical complications. Report side effects by calling the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Use exactly as directed on the package and label. Follow the directions on the label and package.
Before you take this drug
If you've ever:
- Kidney Stones
- Heart problem
- A lung disorder called sarcoidosis;
- A pancreas disorder;
- Reduced stomach acid
- Malabsorption is a condition where your body has difficulty absorbing nutrients.
You may need a different dose during pregnancy and while breastfeeding a child.
Children should only take this medicine under medical advice and upon consulting their own pediatrician.
How to take Calcium lactate?
Follow the instructions on the packaging or those prescribed by your physician.It is best to take calcium lactate with food.Every day, drink plenty of fluids.Medical tests may be required.Keep away from heat and moisture. Store at room temperature.
Details on dosage
Adult dose for hypocalcemia:
Orally, take 325–650 mg 2 or 3 times per day. Vitamin D may be taken orally as part of the treatment.
Adult dose for osteomalacia:
Orally, take 325–650 mg 2 or 3 times per day. Vitamin D may be taken orally as part of the treatment.
Adult dose for hypoparathyroidism:
Orally, take 325mg three times per day. Vitamin D may be taken orally as part of the treatment.
Usual Adult Dose for Pseudohypoparathyroidism:
Orally, 325mg once daily before breakfast. Vitamin D may be taken orally as part of the treatment.
Adult dose for osteoporosis:
The dose is 325–650 mg orally, three times per day. Increased serum parathyroid hormone can cause osteoporosis. Other factors that may contribute to this condition include excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, the use of certain medications (corticosteroids, anticonvulsants, Heparin, and thyroid hormone), as well as dietary vitamin D.
Normal paediatric dose for hypocalcemia:
Neonatal:
Oral:
Hypocalcemia:
The dose expressed as mg of elemental calcium is 50–150 mg/kg/day, divided into 4-6 equal portions; maximum 1 g/day.
Divided every 4 to 6 hours, 400–500 mg/kg
Oral:
Hypocalcemia:
The dose is expressed as mg of elemental calcium.
Children: 45–65 mg/kg/day, divided into 4 doses
The dose is expressed as mg of calcium lactate.
Divided every 4 to 6 hours, 400–500 mg/kg/day for infants
Children: Divide 500 mg/kg/day into 6–8-hour intervals; maximum dose daily: 9 g.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you are almost due for the next dose, skip the missed one. Never take more than one dose at a time.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
An overdose can cause nausea, vomiting, and a headache.
What should be avoided?
If your doctor prescribes any restrictions on foods, drinks, or activities, follow their instructions.
Interaction with other drug
You may have difficulty absorbing other medications you are taking by mouth.
- Anti-biotic
- Calcium-containing supplements or medicines include:
- Heart medication
- A diuretic, or "water pills."
- Medicines to treat osteoporosis, such as Fosamax (also known as Boniva), Risedronate (also known by the brand name Zoledronic Acid), and other drugs
The list below is not exhaustive. This list is not complete. This list does not include all possible drug interactions.
