Os-Cal Side Effects

Generic name: calcium carbonate

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 31, 2023.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Os-Cal Side Effects associated with calcium carbonate. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Os-Cal.

Applies to calcium carbonate: oral tablet.

Serious side effects of Os-Cal

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

• Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Signs of high calcium levels like weakness, confusion, feeling tired, headache, upset stomach and throwing up, constipation, or bone pain.
• Mood changes.

Other side effects of Os-Cal

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

• Constipation.
• Upset stomach or throwing up.
• Stomach pain.
• Not hungry.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

For healthcare professionals

Applies to calcium carbonate: compounding powder, oral capsule, oral gum, oral powder, oral suspension, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable.

Metabolic adverse events

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypercalcemia
• Very rare (less than 0.01%): Loss of appetite, milk-alkali syndrome
• Frequency not reported: Alkalosis^[Ref]

Genitourinary

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypercalciuria
• Very rare (less than 0.01%): Urinary frequency^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, flatulence, eructation, dyspepsia, gastric pain, abdominal pain/discomfort
• Very rare (less than 0.01%): Vomiting^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Very rare (less than 0.01%): Pruritus, rash, urticaria^[Ref]

Renal

• Very rare (less than 0.01%): Renal impairment^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Very rare (less than 0.01%): Continuous headache^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

• Frequency not reported: Allergic reactions, hypersensitivity, anaphylactic reaction, angioedema^[Ref]

Other

• Frequency not reported: Unusual tiredness or weakness^[Ref]

Respiratory

• Frequency not reported: Asthma^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

• Frequency not reported: Muscular weakness^[Ref]

See also:

Further information

Os-Cal side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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