Calcium carbonate Side Effects

Brand Names: Tums, Titralac, Calci-Chew

Please note - some side effects for Calcium carbonate may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Side Effects of Calcium carbonate - for the consumer

Calcium Carbonate/Magnesium

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Calcium Carbonate/Magnesium . Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Calcium Carbonate/Magnesium:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

Calcium Carbonate/Magnesium Carbonate

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Calcium Carbonate/Magnesium Carbonate:

Constipation; diarrhea; stomach upset.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); loss of appetite; muscle weakness; nausea; slow reflexes; vomiting.

Calcium Carbonate with Vitamin D

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Calcium Carbonate with Vitamin D . Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Calcium Carbonate with Vitamin D:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); loss of appetite; nausea; severe or persistent constipation; vomiting.

Calcium Carbonate/Vitamin D

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Calcium Carbonate/Vitamin D . Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Calcium Carbonate/Vitamin D:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

Calcium Carbonate Chewable Tablets

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Calcium Carbonate Chewable Tablets. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Calcium Carbonate Chewable Tablets:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

Calcium Carbonate/Magnesium Hydroxide Chewable Tablets

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Calcium Carbonate/Magnesium Hydroxide Chewable Tablets:

Constipation; diarrhea; stomach upset.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); loss of appetite; muscle weakness; nausea; slow reflexes; vomiting.

Calcium Carbonate/Magnesium Hydroxide Suspension

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Calcium Carbonate/Magnesium Hydroxide Suspension:

Constipation; diarrhea; stomach upset.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); loss of appetite; muscle weakness; nausea; slow reflexes; vomiting.

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