Calcium Gluconate / Calcium Lactate
Calcium Gluconate/Calcium Lactate is an oral mineral supplement that provides bioavailable calcium to treat and prevent calcium deficiency states. This combination is particularly useful for patients requiring calcium supplementation who may have difficulty tolerating other calcium formulations, such as those with sensitive stomachs or reduced gastric acid production.
An oral calcium supplement combining gluconate and lactate salts to prevent and treat calcium deficiency with improved tolerability compared to other calcium forms.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1007953
- Generic
- Calcium Gluconate / Calcium Lactate
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment and prevention of calcium deficiency (hypocalcemia), osteoporosis support, osteopenia, hypoparathyroidism, and as adjunctive therapy in patients with chronic kidney disease to bind phosphate. Also used during pregnancy and lactation when increased calcium intake is needed.
Both calcium gluconate and calcium lactate are soluble calcium salts that dissociate in the gastrointestinal tract to release calcium ions (Ca2+). These ions are absorbed primarily in the small intestine and distributed throughout the body to support bone mineralization, neuromuscular signaling, muscle contraction, and various enzymatic processes.
Should be taken with food for optimal absorption. Separate from certain medications (bisphosphonates, tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones) by at least 2 hours. Monitor for hypercalcemia in patients with renal impairment. May interact with digoxin and certain diuretics. Constipation is a common side effect.
Official drug label
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