Calcium phosphate, tribasic

Calcium phosphate (tricalcium phosphate) is a mineral taken as a supplement by people who do not get enough calcium from their diet.

Calcium phosphate is used to treat calcium deficiencies that can occur with low blood calcium, a parathyroid disorder, or osteoporosis and other bone conditions.

Calcium phosphate may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Take with food.

If you take more than 1 tablet, space your doses evenly at different times of the day.

You may need medical tests.

You may need to follow a special diet or take vitamin D supplements. Follow all instructions from your doctor or dietitian. Learn about the foods you should eat or avoid.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Follow all instructions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if calcium phosphate, tribasic is safe for you to use if you have ever had:

• high blood levels of calcium;
• kidney disease, kidney stones;
• a lung disorder called sarcoidosis;
• a pancreas disorder;
• decreased stomach acid; or
• any condition that makes it hard for your body to absorb nutrients from food (malabsorption).

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Calcium phosphate may lead to serious side effects. Stop using calcium phosphate and call your doctor immediately if you experience:

• severe nausea, vomiting, or constipation; or
• high blood calcium--confusion, tiredness, loss of appetite, increased thirst or urination, weight loss; or
• symptoms of a kidney stone--severe pain in your side or lower back, blood in your urine, painful urination.

Less serious side effects may include:

• nausea, stomach bloating;
• constipation; or
• gas.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Usual Adult Dose for Hypocalcemia:

1 to 2 tablets orally once a day.

Usual Adult Dose for Osteomalacia:

1 to 2 tablets orally once a day.

Usual Adult Dose for Osteoporosis:

1 to 2 tablets orally once a day.

Usual Adult Dose for Pseudohypoparathyroidism:

1 to 2 tablets orally once a day.

Usual Adult Dose for Hypoparathyroidism:

1 to 2 tablets orally once a day.

Take the medicine as soon as you can. If it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at once.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

• Overdose may cause nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, weakness, or tiredness, headache, or mood changes.

• Ask your doctor before using an antacid, and use only the type your doctor recommends.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using calcium phosphate with any other medications, especially

• an antacid;
• an antibiotic; or
• another form of calcium.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect calcium phosphate, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.