Drug
Calcium Carbonate
Common brand names:
Os-Cal, Rolaids Extra Strength, Tums E-X, Alka-Mints, Caltrate 600, ChoozSummary of Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, & Foods
Negative Interactions
1- Potential Negative Interaction
Calcium Carbonate
Calcium
This interaction is based on this drug belonging to a drug class. While this drug may differ from the text and references below, drugs within this class work in a similar way and this interaction is applicable to drugs within the same class.
People with kidney failure may develop high blood levels of calcium while taking calcium acetate. Since calcium acetate is a source of supplemental calcium, people taking the drug should avoid taking additional calcium supplements. People experiencing adverse effects of high blood calcium—such as loss of appetite, mental depression, poor memory, and muscle weakness—should notify their healthcare practitioner.
CalciumCalcium Carbonate- Sifton DW, et. Physicians' Desk Reference. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 2000, 811-2.
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