Calcium Phosphate, Dihydrate
Calcium Phosphate, Dihydrate (Dicalcium phosphate) is a calcium supplement used to prevent or treat calcium deficiency states. It provides elemental calcium essential for bone health, nerve function, and muscle contraction. This compound is commonly used in patients with osteoporosis, hypocalcemia, and those requiring additional dietary calcium.
A calcium supplement used to support bone health and treat calcium deficiency.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1310463
- Generic
- Calcium Phosphate, Dihydrate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Treatment and prevention of calcium deficiency, osteoporosis support, hypocalcemia, and as a dietary supplement when calcium intake from food is inadequate.
Provides bioavailable calcium and phosphate ions that support bone mineralization, neuromuscular function, blood coagulation, and cellular signaling. Calcium is essential for structural components of bone and teeth.
Should be taken with food for better absorption. Separate from certain antibiotics and thyroid medications by at least 2 hours. Common side effects may include constipation and gas. Patients with kidney stones, hypercalcemia, or parathyroid disorders should consult a physician before use.
Official drug label
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