Calcium Acetate

Information about Calcium Acetate

Calcium Acetate Uses

Calcium Acetate is used in the treatment of High phosphate levels in blood.

How Calcium Acetate works

Calcium Acetate contains calcium acetate that binds with the phosphate in the food you eat, so that it gets eliminated from the body without being absorbed. In this way, high levels of phosphate in the blood are reduced.

Common side effects of Calcium Acetate

Increased calcium level in blood, Nausea1a, Diarrhea

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Expert advice for Calcium Acetate

  • Calcium Acetate is used to control high blood levels of phosphorus in people with kidney disease who are on dialysis.
  • Ask your doctor before using an antacid containing calcium while taking this medicine.
  • Do not take additional calcium supplements unless your doctor has told you to while on treatment with Calcium Acetate.
  • If you are on thyroid medication, take this medicine 4 hours before or 4 hours after you take the thyroid medicine.
  • Avoid taking any antibiotics along with Calcium Acetate. You may give a gap of 1-2 hours between the medicines.

Frequently asked questions for Calcium Acetate

Calcium Acetate

Q. When should you not use Calcium Acetate?

This medicine should not be used if you already have high calcium levels in your blood. Your doctor will advise you to get a blood test done before starting your treatment with Calcium Acetate.

Q. Does Calcium Acetate increase calcium levels?

Yes, Calcium Acetate might increase the calcium levels in your blood. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like upset stomach, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle weakness, bone pain, and lack of energy. Your doctor might change your dose or prescribe you another medicine.

Q. Can I take antacid along with Calcium Acetate?

It is advisable to avoid taking antacids containing calcium along with Calcium Acetate. Give a gap of atleast 2 hours between the medications.

Q. Can I take antibiotics with Calcium Acetate?

Avoid taking antibiotics along with this medicine since it can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth.

Q. Can Calcium Acetate be used during breastfeeding?

Calcium Acetate contains calcium acetate and is excreted in human milk. Breastfeeding by a<br>mother taking this medicine is not expected to harm an infant, provided maternal serum calcium levels are appropriately monitored.

Q. What happens if I miss a dose of Calcium Acetate?

If you happen to miss a dose of Calcium Acetate, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication.

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