Calcium Carbonate in Pharmaceutical Industries

Calcium Carbonate is a common ingredient in the pharmaceutical industry, with many uses including : 

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• Antacid : Relieves heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach. It’s available with or without a prescription. 

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• Dietary supplement : Treats low serum calcium conditions, such as osteoporosis, osteomalacia, and hypothyroidism. 

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• Tableting excipient : Used in the making of other pharmaceutical agents and foodstuffs. 

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• Color additive : Used as a color additive. 

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• Phosphate binder : Used for chronic kidney disease.

 

Calcium Carbonate is an approved pharmaceutical excipient that’s listed in the USP-NF, Ph. Eur, and JP. 
It’s also GRAS listed and included in the FDA Inactive Ingredients Database. 

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Calcium Carbonate is derived from high-purity limestones or marbles. It’s mixed with sugar and flavoring to make Chewable Tablets.