Calcium Carbonate / Magnesium Carbonate Dosage
Applies to the following strengths: 520 mg-400 mg/5 mL; 520 mg-400 mg; 200 mg-400 mg; 250 mg-300 mg; 400 mg-200 mg
Usual Adult Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Hyperphosphatemia of Renal Failure
Calcium carbonate 250 mg-magnesium carbonate 300 mg tablets: 1 to 3 tabs orally once a day with meals or as directed
Use: To reduce absorption of dietary phosphate
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS: None.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
General:
- This drug has not been evaluated by the US FDA, and should not be used to cure, diagnose, prevent, and/or treat any disease.
Patient advice:
- Advise patients to speak to their healthcare provider if they become pregnant, intend to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
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