Calcium Chloride Benefits & Uses

Calcium Chloride is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Calcium Chloride Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Calcium Chloride Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Calcium Chloride is used -

Severe

Tissue Necrosis

Moderate

Increased Calcium Level in Blood
Decreased blood pressure

Mild

Dry Mouth
Nausea or vomiting

Calcium Chloride Related Warnings

Is the use of Calcium Chloride safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Calcium Chloride. It is best to stop taking Calcium Chloride immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Calcium Chloride safe during breastfeeding?

Calcium Chloride may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Calcium Chloride, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Calcium Chloride.

Moderate
What is the effect of Calcium Chloride on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Calcium Chloride. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Calcium Chloride on the Liver?

Calcium Chloride may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Calcium Chloride on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Calcium Chloride. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Calcium Chloride with Other Drugs

Calcium Chloride should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Digoxin

Ceftriaxone

Moderate

Amlodipine

Diltiazem

Bisoprolol

Calcium Chloride Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calcium Chloride unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Calcium Chloride

Is this Calcium Chloride habit forming or addictive?

Calcium Chloride does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Calcium Chloride since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Calcium Chloride is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Calcium Chloride is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Calcium Chloride Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Calcium Chloride

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Calcium Chloride to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Calcium Chloride

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Calcium Chloride.

Unknown