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Calcium carbonate overdose

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Definition

Calcium carbonate poisoning is an overdose of calcium carbonate, which is commonly found in antacids (for heart burn) and some dietary supplements.


Alternative Names

Tums overdose; Calcium overdose


Poisonous Ingredient

Calcium


Where Found
  • Calcium carbonate
  • Some antacids (Tums, Chooz)
  • Some mineral supplements
  • Some vitamin and mineral supplements
  • Some hand lotions

Review Date: 02/28/2006
Reviewed By: Stephen C Acosta, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, Portland VA Medical Center, Portland, OR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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