Calcium Carbonate — Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

Calcium Carbonate is an active pharmaceutical ingredient found in 3 FDA-approved drug products. Forms: TABLET, CHEWABLE, TABLET. Routes: ORAL.

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Calcium Carbonate (3 brand names, 2 dosage forms, 1 route)

Available dosage forms: TABLET, CHEWABLE, TABLET.

Routes of administration: ORAL.

Brand Names

  • ACTONEL WITH CALCIUM (COPACKAGED)
  • FAMOTIDINE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, AND MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
  • PEPCID COMPLETE

Indications and Usage

relieves heartburn acid indigestion sour stomach upset stomach associated with these symptoms

Dosage and Administration

adults and children 12 years of age and over:chew 2-3 tablets as symptoms occur, or as directed by a doctor. Chew or crush tablets completely before swallowing. do not take for symptoms that persist for more than 2 weeks unless advised by a doctor

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