Question 1

is it harmful to take calcium carbonate tablets and sodium bicarbonate at the same time? if not, how long should you wait inbetween? thanks in advance for any informed responses,  not found on any drug interaction sites.

Accepted Answer

Wait 1hr btwn : High-dose calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate when taken together can cause a condition called milk-alkali syndrome. Its symptoms include headache, nausea, irritability, and weakness, hypercalcemia (high blood calcium levels), and reduced function of the kidneys.
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Question 2

can you take naproxen sodium with carvedilol , miratazpine , singular and advair and tums (calcium carbonate)

Accepted Answer

Better no: If you can, naproxen sodium would counteract the antihypertensive effects of carvedilol, it would increase sodium and cause fluid retention may cause rise in blood pressure. Also don't take Tums (calcium carbonate) with naproxen, space them 2 hours apart, tums (calcium carbonate) would destroy the enteric coat of naproxen. Lastly, carvedilol can potentially cause airway narrowing, antagonizing Advair, usually doesn't happen, best wishes

Question 3

i take 850 mg metformin permanently. will taking potassium bicarbonate and calcium carbonate supplements prevents lactic acidosis or lower the risk?

Accepted Answer

: No, those supplements do not prevent or treat metformin induced lactic acidosis. However, you should not concern about this side effect if your kidney function is normal or not severely impaired. That dose is safe for a young person with eGFR above 30% (stage 3 chronic kidney disease).

Question 4

last night took 1 tea spoon of sodium carbonate thinking it was sodium bicarbonate.  no side effects yet. should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Let explain: Sodium carbonate is a chemical present in a variety of commonly used industrial and household products, such as certain bleaching agents, automatic dishwashing detergents and glass and paper products. This substance, also referred to as soda ash or washing soda, may cause severe side effects if swallowed, inhaled or exposed to the skin. If you develop symptoms of sodium carbonate.

Question 5

what is the comparison between calcium lactate n calcium carbonate?in terms of supliment.

Accepted Answer

CaCO3 less absorbed: Calcium carbonate is less well absorbed than calcium lactate. Calcium lactate is found in milk and dairy products.

Question 6

may i take 03 glucosamine capsules and total of 1,800mg calcium carbonate within 24hours ?

Accepted Answer

There is no specific: ...contraindication to taking these two supplements in the same 24 hour period.  1800 mg of calcium is 2x higher than the total recommended from food and supplements.  Taking calcium supplements WITH food increases their absorption.  At high doses, calcium can cause digestive problems.  It's important to stay hydrated when taking calcium supplements of any kind.  Dr. Anne.

Question 7

been prescribed calcium carbonate for osteoporosis - heard this isn't the best absorbed - what is? i'm on two 600mg split doses.

Accepted Answer

Calcium: Calcium carbonate is well absorbed and very well tolerated.It is usually a preferable to take a low dose of vitamin d long with a calcium supplement. Standard acceptable dose is 1200 milligrams of calcium per day.

Question 8

is it ok to take tums (calcium carbonate) every day?

Accepted Answer

What R U treating?: If for GERD, there are far better choices.  If for treatment of osteopenia, there are far better choices here too.  Excessive calcium intake may backfire--hyperacidity, kidney stones, more (see Dr. Heidi Fowler's excellent HealthTap answer on the subject).

Question 9

is it okay if i eat tums (calcium carbonate) for fun is that bad?

Accepted Answer

Please don&#x27;t eat: medications for fun. There can be serious effects from Tums (calcium carbonate)  (especially with chronic use or taking too much) such as rebound hyperacidity, constipation, gall stones, calcinosis, hypercalcemia,  metabolic acidosis &amp; renal injury)

Question 10

is it okay to take calcium carbonate with my tecta 40 mg (pantaprozole magnesium)?

Accepted Answer

Combination therapy: There is no adverse effect taking Tecta (T) with calcium carbonate (C). T eliminates the stomach's ability to secrete acid and its use should eliminate most pain from either GERD, gastritis or peptic ulcer disease. If you are taking C for heart burn relief, say a gastroenterologist to make sure you have nothing else wrong with your upper GI tract. Good luck.

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Is it harmful to take calcium carbonate tablets and sodium bicarbonate at the same time? if not, how long should you wait inbetween? thanks in advance for any informed responses, not found on any drug interaction sites.

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Can you take naproxen sodium with carvedilol , miratazpine , singular and advair and tums (calcium carbonate)

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I take 850 mg metformin permanently. will taking potassium bicarbonate and calcium carbonate supplements prevents lactic acidosis or lower the risk?

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Last night took 1 tea spoon of sodium carbonate thinking it was sodium bicarbonate. no side effects yet. should i worry?

A member asked:

What is the comparison between calcium lactate n calcium carbonate?in terms of supliment.

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May i take 03 glucosamine capsules and total of 1,800mg calcium carbonate within 24hours ?

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Been prescribed calcium carbonate for osteoporosis - heard this isn't the best absorbed - what is? i'm on two 600mg split doses.

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Is it ok to take tums (calcium carbonate) every day?

A member asked:

Is it okay if i eat tums (calcium carbonate) for fun is that bad?

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Is it okay to take calcium carbonate with my tecta 40 mg (pantaprozole magnesium)?

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