Calcium Acetate Oral - Calcium Acetate - Oral Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Calcium Acetate Oral
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Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, confusion, and loss of consciousness.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Calcium Acetate Oral Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory tests will be done periodically while taking this medication to monitor blood phosphate and calcium levels.

Drug Interactions

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you use, especially of.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is taken by mouth with meals.
• The usual dose is 2 to 4 tablets with meals.
• Your dose may be adjusted based on lab results.
• Take this as directed.
• Do not increase your dose or take this more often than prescribed.
• Follow any recommended dietary guidelines.

Calcium Acetate Oral Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Medicinal Applications

• In kidney disease, blood levels of phosphate may rise leading to bone problems.
• Calcium acetate binds phosphate in the diet to lower blood phosphate levels.
• This medication is used in kidney disease to control blood phosphate.

Read Before Using Calcium Acetate Oral (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Possible Side Effects

• Stomach upset may occur.
• If this continues or becomes bothersome inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.