L478 (Calcium carbonate antacid (chewable) 500 mg)
Pill imprint L478 has been identified as Calcium carbonate antacid (chewable) 500 mg.
Calcium carbonate is used in the treatment of gerd; erosive esophagitis; stomach ulcer; hypocalcemia; duodenal ulcer (and more), and belongs to the drug classes antacids, minerals and electrolytes. FDA has not classified the drug for risk during pregnancy. Calcium carbonate 500 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
- Imprint:
- L478
- Strength:
- 500 mg
- Shape:
- Round
- Availability:
- Over the counter
- Drug Class:
- Antacids
Minerals and electrolytes - Pregnancy Category:
- N - Not classified
- CSA Schedule:
- Not a controlled drug
- Manufacturer:
- Perrigo Company
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