Calcium Carbonate is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Calcium Deficiency. Calcium Carbonate also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Calcium Carbonate. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Calcium Carbonate side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Calcium Carbonate normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Calcium Carbonate's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Calcium Carbonate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Calcium Carbonate related warnings section.

Calcium Carbonate is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

Drug reaction of Calcium Carbonate with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Calcium Carbonate is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.