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Calcium carbonate antacid - chewable meds

(kal-see-um kar-buh-nate)

common brand names: Dicarbosil, Rolaids, Titralac, Tums

Simular Drugs : Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Carbonate + D, Calcium Carbonate 600, Calcium Carbonate W Vitamin D, Calcium Carbonate With Vit D

Calcium Carbonate Usage: this medication is an antacid used to relieve upset stomach, heartburn or gas caused by stomach acid.

How to use Calcium Carbonate: Take it by mouth as directed. Chew thoroughly and swallow. do not swallow the tablets whole. Follow each dose with full glass of water. do not increase dose or take it more often than prescribed. If you feel your dose isn't effective, consult you're physician.

Calcium Carbonate side effects: this medication is generally well tolerated. Constipation or stomach cramps may occur. Notify your healthcare professional if they continue or become severe. Tell your physician immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: loss of appetite, vomiting, dizziness, headache. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Calcium Carbonate Precautions: Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have: kidney disease, any allergies. Avoid taking more doses than recommended. this medication is considered safe for use during pregnancy or breast-feeding when used as directed.

Calcium Carbonate drug interactions: Tell youre healthcare professional of any nonprescription or prescription tablet you may take including: certain antibiotics (e.g., tetracyclines, quinolones), demeclocycline, methacycline, verapamil (a calcium channel blocker), quinidine, sodium polystyrene sulfonate, iron-containing products. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or healthcare professional approval.

Calcium Carbonate Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, tiredness, & weakness.

Calcium Carbonate special notes: they're various forms of this medication available. the chewable tablets offer convenience but liquid form is faster acting. chat to your health care provider or pharmacist of the best product for you. If your condition does not improve or worsens, contact you're doctor or healthcare professional. If your stools become dark at color or you vomit what looks like coffee grounds, contact your doctor as these may be signs of stomach bleeding

If you missed Calcium Carbonate dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered do not take it if this is near time for the following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Calcium Carbonate Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light & moisture. don't store at the bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Calcium Carbonate Antacid