Ingredient

Calcium Carbonate Granules 95%

Calcium carbonate helps support bone and dental health as a calcium supplement.

All medicines
19
Combination
19
OTC medication
19

MFDS ingredient code M254208

What does it do?

Calcium carbonate is an inorganic compound that provides calcium ions, primarily used to supplement calcium deficiency. In pharmaceuticals, it is included to maintain bone and dental health and to prevent calcium deficiency. It also plays a role in neutralizing stomach acid.

Calcium carbonate is broken down in the body into calcium ions, which are absorbed as components of bones and teeth. This helps maintain bone strength and assists in the prevention of osteoporosis. It also helps to regulate acidity in the stomach by neutralizing stomach acid.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Calcium carbonate has a stomach acid neutralizing effect compared to other calcium supplements, helping to alleviate digestive symptoms. However, its absorption rate may be somewhat lower than that of food-derived calcium. This is a distinguishing feature from other calcium compounds.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.