What is Calcium Carbonate?
CATEGORY: Supplements
TYPES:Generic: Calcium CarbonateBrand:
A dietary supplement used when the amount of calcium taken in the diet is not enough. Calcium is needed by the body for healthy bones, muscles, nervous system, and heart. Calcium carbonate also is used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and stomach upset.
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How do members experience Calcium Carbonate?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heartburn | 43 | 9 | |
| General health | 30 | 7 | |
| Short bowel syndrome | 26 | 0 | |
| Acid reflux | 14 | 1 | |
| Osteomalacia | 10 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Excessive gas | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 3 | |
| None | 33 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Dec 23, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for vitamin D deficiency: Can't tell
- Side effects: Mild
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