Also known as: Ascocid, Citracal
This medicine contains the active ingredient calcium carbonate. Calcium is essential for healthy growth of bones and teeth. Calcium carbonate is prescribed for the prevention or treatment of calcium deficiency in children, pregnant women and elderly. [...]
This medicine contains the active ingredient calcium carbonate. Calcium is essential for healthy growth of bones and teeth. Calcium carbonate is prescribed for the prevention or treatment of calcium deficiency in children, pregnant women and elderly.
Calcium carbonate is not suitable for everyone. Do not use it
In particular, you must tell the doctor if you:
Calcium carbonate interacts with other medicines. It is most important that you tell the doctor all the medications and herbal supplements that you are currently taking.
See the package leaflet for a complete list of possible contraindications and warnings.
This medicine is available in form of a effervescent tablet.
You should take calcium carbonate exactly as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, or do not use it for a longer time than your doctor instructed. Do not take two doses together if you miss a dose. Read the information leaflet provided with your medication for additional information. Talk to your doctor if you have any additional questions.
Like all medicines calcium carbonate can cause side effects, including:
Consult a doctor if the side effects are severe. See the package leaflet for a complete list of side effects.