CALCIUM GLUCONATE

Overview

CALCIUM GLUCONATE is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.
Calcium Gluconate is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.Calcium Gluconate provides essential nutrients.Calcium plays a very important role in the body. It is necessary for normal functioning of nerves, cells, muscle, and bone. If there is not enough calcium in the blood, then the body will take calcium from bones, thereby weakening bones. Having the right amount of calcium is important for building and keeping strong bones.

Usage

CALCIUM GLUCONATE is generally used to treat: Hypocalcemia, Hyperkalemia, Osteoporosis, Tetany
CALCIUM GLUCONATE can address symptoms like: Restless Or Irritability, Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Fingers Tingling

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral, ,

Precautions

  • You should not use calcium gluconate,if you are allergic to it.
  • This medicine may contain aluminum. There is a chance of aluminum toxicity if you are on calcium gluconate injection for a long time. The risk is greater if you have kidney problems. The risk is also higher in premature infants. Talk with the doctor.
  • Use with care in newborns. Talk with the doctor.
  • Use calcium gluconate injection as ordered by your doctor.
  • Some sugar-free formulations of calcium may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria  or any other condition that requires you to restrict your intake of aspartame consult your doctor or pharmacist about using this drug safely.
  • Take this medicine (calcium gluconate capsules and tablets) 1 to 2 hours after meals or as your doctor has told you.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CALCIUM GLUCONATE over-dosage can result in: Head Headache, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Fatigue (tiredness)

Common Side-Effects

CALCIUM GLUCONATE : Depression, Constipation, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Nausea, Vomit, Head Headache

Serious Side-Effects

CALCIUM GLUCONATE : Acute Kidney Failure, Mood Swings, Loss Of Appetite, Weight Loss (unintentional), Increased Thirst

Rare Side-Effects

CALCIUM GLUCONATE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin

Disease Interactions

CALCIUM GLUCONATE can interfere with: Heart Arrhythmias, Achlorhydria, Malabsorption, Acute Renal Failure, Sarcoidosis

Technical Classification

CALCIUM GLUCONATE is categorized as: MINERALS AND ELECTROLYTES / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CALCIUM GLUCONATE as Ingredient

ALLERCALCIN TABCALCIUM GLUCONATE 500.0 MG, VITAMIN C 50.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4.0 MG
CALCINOL 120ML SYPVITAMIN A 2500 IU, CALCIUM GLUCONATE 250 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 200 IU, SODIUM IRON EDETATE 3 MG, VITAMIN B 2.5 MCG, CALCIUM LACTATE 1.5 GM
CALCIUM GLUCONATE INJCALCIUM GLUCONATE 50 MG, CALCIUM ACETATE 9 MG
CALCIUM SANDOZ 9MG/50MG INJCALCIUM GLUCONATE 50.0 MG, CALCIUM ACETATE 9.0 MG
CYAPTIN WITH CALCIUM SYPCALCIUM GLUCONATE 300.0 MG, CALCIUM LACTATE 80.0 MG, CYPROHEPTADINE 2.0 MG
GLOW TONE SYPL-LYSINE 50 MG, CALCIUM GLUCONATE 50 MG, NIACINAMIDE 15 MG, METHYLCOBALAMIN 1 MCG, RIBOFLAVIN 1 MG, THIAMINE 1 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 1 MG
KINETONE ADVANCE SYPFOLIC ACID 300 MCG, MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE 30 MG, NICOTINAMIDE 26 MG, FERROUS LACTATE 18 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 12 MCG, ZINC SULFATE 9.23 MG, CALCIUM GLUCONATE 8.8 MG/ML, PYRIDOXINE 1.5 MG