Generic Name:

Therapeutic Class:

Heartburn and GERD

Availability:

OTC

Common Brands:

Form:

Chewable tablet

CALCIUM CARBONATE (KAL see um KAR bon ate) is a calcium salt. It is used as an antacid to relieve the symptoms of indigestion and heartburn. It is also used to prevent osteoporosis, as a calcium supplement, and to treat high phosphate levels in patients with kidney disease.