Uses of Calcium Gluconate+Calcium Lactobionate

The combination of Calcium Gluconate+Calcium Lactobionate is used to manage acute symptomatic hypocalcemia (calcium deficiency).

Therapeutic Category

Calcium Gluconate+Calcium Lactobionate: Minerals

How Calcium Gluconate+Calcium Lactobionate works

Calcium Gluconate+Calcium Lactobionate works by strengthening the bones where calcium gluconate dissociates into ionised calcium in the blood, increasing serum ionised calcium levels. Ionized calcium and gluconate are normal constituents of body fluids, and calcium lactobionate works by replenishing the stores of calcium in the body.

Common side effects of Calcium Gluconate+Calcium Lactobionate

• Warmth, tingling, or a heavy feeling
• Stomach upset, flatulence
• Constipation
• Injection site reactions like pain, swelling and redness

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor, if you experience:

• Little or no urination
• Swelling, rapid weight gain
• A light-headed feeling
• Slow or irregular heartbeats
• High levels of calcium in blood (nausea, vomiting, constipation, increased thirst or urination, muscle weakness, bone pain, confusion, lack of energy)

Health Tips for Calcium Gluconate+Calcium Lactobionate

• Take Calcium Gluconate+Calcium Lactobionate as given by your doctor
• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Calcium Gluconate+Calcium Lactobionate, may reduce the risk of side effects
• Drink an adequate amount of water daily to prevent dehydration
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating a balanced diet, getting regular exercise, and managing stress
• Avoid certain foods (e.g., spinach, rhubarb) and medications (e.g., certain antibiotics) can interfere with calcium absorption
• Regular check-ups and follow-up appointments with your healthcare provider
• Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding women