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Calcium carbonate overdose

Calcium carbonate overdose


Definition:

Calcium carbonate is an ingredient that is commonly found in antacids (for heartburn) and some dietary supplements. Calcium carbonate overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of a product containing this substance.

See also: Calcium carbonate with magnesium overdose

Alternative Names:
Tums overdose; Calcium overdose
Poisonous Ingredient:

Calcium

Where Found:

Products containing calcium carbonate, including

  • Certain antacids (Tums, Chooz)
  • Certain mineral supplements
  • Certain hand lotions
  • Certain vitamin and mineral supplements

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Symptoms:
  • Abdominal pain
  • Bone pain
  • Coma
  • Confusion
  • Constipation
  • Depression
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Review Date: 10/29/2007
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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