Calcium citrate

Generic name: calcium citrate [ KAL-see-um-SIT-rayt ]
Brand names: Citracal, Citracal Liquitab, Calcitrate
Dosage form: oral tablet (250 mg elemental calcium; 950 mg (200 mg elemental calcium))
Drug class:Minerals and electrolytes

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Dec 3, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is calcium citrate?

Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance.

Calcium citrate is used to prevent and to treat calcium deficiencies.

Calcium citrate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take calcium citrate if you have ever had:

• kidney disease;

• kidney stones;

• cancer;

• a parathyroid gland disorder; or

• high levels of calcium in your blood.

Ask a doctor before using calcium citrate if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy or while you are nursing.

How should I take calcium citrate?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

You may take calcium citrate with or without food.

Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water.

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