ISSN 2398-2942

Calcium carbonate

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Introduction

Name

Calcium carbonate.

Class of drug

Antacid.
Mineral.

Description

Chemical name

Carbonic acid calcium salt (2:1).

Molecular formula

CaCO3.

Physical properties

Powder/tablets.

Storage requirements

In a dry environment.

Uses

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Indications

Hyperphosphatemia - especially in chronic renal failure Kidney: chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Calcium supplementation - for animals fed calcium-deficient diets.
Antacid.

Administration

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Calcium carbonate

Introduction

Name

Class of drug

Description

Chemical name

Molecular formula

Physical properties

Storage requirements

Uses

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Indications

Administration

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Precautions

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Adverse Reactions

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Calcium carbonate

Introduction

Name

Class of drug

Description

Chemical name

Molecular formula

Physical properties

Storage requirements

Uses

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Indications

Administration

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Precautions

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Adverse Reactions

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