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Calcigst Tablet

Blume Pharma
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Composition FOR Calcigst 667mg Tablet

Calcium Acetate(667mg)

food interaction for Calcigst Tablet

alcohol interaction for Calcigst Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Calcigst Tablet

lactation interaction for Calcigst Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Calcigst Tablet is to be taken with food.
None
CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Calcigst Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Calcigst Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Calcigst Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Calcigst 667mg Tablet

Calcium Acetate(667mg)

Calcigst tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of High phosphate levels in blood.

How calcigst tablet works

Calcigst Tablet contains calcium acetate that binds with the phosphate in the food you eat, so that it gets eliminated from the body without being absorbed. In this way, high levels of phosphate in the blood are reduced.

Common side effects of calcigst tablet

Increased calcium level in blood, Nausea, Diarrhea

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Expert advice FOR Calcigst Tablet

  • Calcium Acetate is used to control high blood levels of phosphorus in people with kidney disease who are on dialysis.
  • Ask your doctor before using an antacid containing calcium while taking this medicine.
  • Do not take additional calcium supplements unless your doctor has told you to while on treatment with Calcium Acetate.
  • If you are on thyroid medication, take this medicine 4 hours before or 4 hours after you take the thyroid medicine.
  • Avoid taking any antibiotics along with Calcium Acetate. You may give a gap of 1-2 hours between the medicines.
  • Calcium Acetate is used to control high blood levels of phosphorus in people with kidney disease who are on dialysis.
  • Ask your doctor before using an antacid containing calcium while taking this medicine.
  • Do not take additional calcium supplements unless your doctor has told you to while on treatment with Calcium Acetate.
  • If you are on thyroid medication, take this medicine 4 hours before or 4 hours after you take the thyroid medicine.
  • Avoid taking any antibiotics along with Calcium Acetate. You may give a gap of 1-2 hours between the medicines.

Frequently asked questions FOR Calcigst 667mg Tablet

Calcium Acetate

Q. When should you not use Calcigst Tablet?
This medicine should not be used if you already have high calcium levels in your blood. Your doctor will advise you to get a blood test done before starting your treatment with Calcigst Tablet.
Q. Does Calcigst Tablet increase calcium levels?
Yes, Calcigst Tablet might increase the calcium levels in your blood. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like upset stomach, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle weakness, bone pain, and lack of energy. Your doctor might change your dose or prescribe you another medicine.
Q. Can I take antacid along with Calcigst Tablet?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids containing calcium along with Calcigst Tablet. Give a gap of atleast 2 hours between the medications.
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Q. Can I take antibiotics with Calcigst Tablet?
Avoid taking antibiotics along with this medicine since it can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth.
Q. Can Calcigst Tablet be used during breastfeeding?
Calcigst Tablet contains calcium acetate and is excreted in human milk. Breastfeeding by a<br>mother taking this medicine is not expected to harm an infant, provided maternal serum calcium levels are appropriately monitored.
Q. What happens if I miss a dose of Calcigst Tablet?
If you happen to miss a dose of Calcigst Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication.
Q. When should you not use Calcigst Tablet?
This medicine should not be used if you already have high calcium levels in your blood. Your doctor will advise you to get a blood test done before starting your treatment with Calcigst Tablet.
Q. Does Calcigst Tablet increase calcium levels?
Yes, Calcigst Tablet might increase the calcium levels in your blood. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms like upset stomach, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation, muscle weakness, bone pain, and lack of energy. Your doctor might change your dose or prescribe you another medicine.
Q. Can I take antacid along with Calcigst Tablet?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids containing calcium along with Calcigst Tablet. Give a gap of atleast 2 hours between the medications.
Q. Can I take antibiotics with Calcigst Tablet?
Avoid taking antibiotics along with this medicine since it can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth.
Q. Can Calcigst Tablet be used during breastfeeding?
Calcigst Tablet contains calcium acetate and is excreted in human milk. Breastfeeding by a<br>mother taking this medicine is not expected to harm an infant, provided maternal serum calcium levels are appropriately monitored.
Q. What happens if I miss a dose of Calcigst Tablet?
If you happen to miss a dose of Calcigst Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication.

Content on this page was last updated on 10 May, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)