Name Calcium Lactate Gluconate
Classes Electrolyte and Mineral
Nutritional Supplement
Diseases Bone Loss
Hormonal Disorder
Hypoparathyroidism
Tetanus
Weak Bone

Calcium Lactate Gluconate

Calcium Lactate gluconate is used as a calcium supplement.  Calcium is the fifth most abundant element in the body and the major fraction is in the bony structure. Calcium plays important physiological roles, many of which are poorly understood. It is essential for the functional integrity of the nervous and muscular systems. It is necessary for normal cardiac function and is one of the factors that operates in the mechanisms involved in the coagulation of blood. 

Calcium lactate gluconate is indicated in-

  • Hypocalcemia

Adults:1,000-1,200 mg elemental Calcium Lactate gluconate per day.

The following side effects may appear-

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Flatulence

Before using Calcium lactate gluconateĀ inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.

Contraindication

Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to any component of the formulation.