
Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Calcium Carbonate
Drug Class
Other Calcium Supplements
Chemical Class
Calcium salt
What is Vc-Cal?
Uses
Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of the body, especially bone format...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Calcium salt
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Calcium salt. It belongs to Antacids pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Calcium Carbonate is 100.00.
How to Take It
1
Adult · PO
540 to 1500 mg — 24 hourly
In divided doses
2
Adult
Scraped Dose
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Check the label of your calcium carbonate product to s
3
Child · Oral
27 to 100 mg/kg — 24 hourly
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Safety Alerts
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take calcium carbonate if you have ever had: kidney disease
a parathyroid gland disorder
or high levels of calcium in your blood
Ask a doctor before using calcium carbonate if you are pregnant or breast-feeding
Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy or while you are nursing
Important Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package
Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hivesdifficulty breathingswelling of your facelipstongueor throat. Calcium carbonate may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have: little or no urinatingswellingrapid weight gainor high levels of calcium in your blood -- nauseavomitingconstipationincreased thirst or urinationmuscle weaknessbone painconfusion
Drug Interactions
Calcium Carbonate is known to interact with other drugs
the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementCiprofloxacinbinds with drugs or increase pH that effects drug solubilityantacid should not be given within two hours of the dose of these drugsDigoxinCalcium Carbonate may enhance the arrhythmogenic effect of Digoxin.ModerateMonitor toxic effects of digoxin (especially cardiac arrhythmias) if a calcium product (especially I.V.) is initiated or the dose is increased.Iron Saltsbinds with drugs or increase pH that effects drug solubilityantacid should not be given within two hours of the dose of these drugsItraconazolebinds with drugs or increase pH that effects drug solubilityantacid should not be given within two hours of the dose of these drugsSodium Polystyrene SulphonateStrontium-89 ChlorideSaturation of bone-binding sites by calcium may reduce uptake of strontium-89 chloride. ModerateCalcium-containing preparations should be withheld for 2 weeks before until 2 weeks after administration of strontium-89 chloride.Tetracycline (HCl)binds with drugs or increase pH that effects drug solubilityantacid should not be given within two hours of the dose of these drugs These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Storage
Tab Store Between 20°C-25°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Price Intelligence
Rs 49.31
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 49.31 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGORs 49.31
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Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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