Equilet and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with Equilet (calcium carbonate).
Calcium Carbonate Food/Lifestyle
Moderate Food Interaction
Calcium absorption may be increased by taking it with food. However, foods high in oxalic acid (spinach or rhubarb), or phytic acid (bran and whole grains) may decrease calcium absorption. Calcium may be taken with food to increase absorption. Consider spacing calcium administration for at least 2 hours before or after consuming foods high in oxalic acid or phytic acid. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Switch to professional interaction data
Equilet drug interactions
There are 223 drug interactions with Equilet (calcium carbonate).
Equilet disease interactions
There are 5 disease interactions with Equilet (calcium carbonate) which include:
Report options
More about Equilet (calcium carbonate)
- Check interactions
- Compare alternatives
- Side effects
- Dosage information
- During pregnancy
- Drug class: antacids
Related treatment guides
Drug Interaction Classification
| Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
| Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
| Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
| No interaction information available. |
See also:
Prolia
Prolia (denosumab) is an injection that is administered subcutaneously (under the skin) once every ...
Fosamax
Fosamax (alendronate) is used to treat or prevent postmenopausal osteoporosis and steroid-induced ...
Ozempic
Learn about Ozempic (semaglutide) for type 2 diabetes treatment, weight management, cardiovascular ...
Premarin
Premarin is used to treat symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, and vaginal dryness. Learn ...
Reclast
Reclast (zoledronic acid) is used to treat osteoporosis in women after menopause and also to treat ...
Zometa
Zometa is used to treat high blood levels of calcium caused by cancer and multiple myeloma. Learn ...
Tymlos
Tymlos (abaloparatide) is used to treat osteoporosis in men and postmenopausal women who have a ...
Calcium/vitamin d
Calcium/vitamin d is used for dietary supplementation, osteoporosis
Ibandronate
Ibandronate is used for osteoporosis, prevention of osteoporosis
Raloxifene
Raloxifene is used for breast cancer, prevention, osteoporosis, prevention of osteoporosis
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.