About calcium glubionate
Calcium supplement
Used for
- Prevention or treatment of calcium deficiency
- Supportive treatment for low calcium levels
Usual adult dose
Doses vary by product and calcium content; follow the prescribed or labeled directions.
Usual dose in children
Doses depend on age and need; follow a clinician’s directions.
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Nausea or stomach upset
- High blood calcium with excessive use
Important warnings
- Check the label for elemental calcium content; calcium glubionate products vary.
- Use cautiously with kidney disease or a history of kidney stones.
- Separate from medicines whose absorption calcium can reduce.
Pregnancy
Calcium is generally used during pregnancy when needed; avoid excessive total intake.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible with breastfeeding when used at recommended doses.
Interactions
- May reduce absorption of levothyroxine, iron, tetracycline, and quinolone antibiotics.
- Thiazide diuretics may increase risk of high blood calcium.
- Digoxin may increase risk of abnormal heart rhythms if blood calcium becomes high.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.