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What is Chew Cal

Chew Cal is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Chew Cal is necessary for many normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Chew Cal can also bind to other minerals and aid in their removal from the body.
Chew Cal is used to prevent and to treat Chew Cal deficiencies.
Chew Cal may also be used for purposes not listed in Chew Cal guide.

Chew Cal side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:

Common side effects may include:

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

Usual Adult Dose for Osteoporosis:

2500 to 7500 mg/day orally in 2 to 4 divided doses.

Usual Adult Dose for Hypocalcemia:

900 to 2500 mg/day orally in 2 to 4 divided doses. This dose may be adjusted as needed to achieve a normal serum Chew Cal level.

Usual Adult Dose for Dyspepsia:

300 to 8000 mg/day orally in 2 to 4 divided doses. This dose may be increased as needed and tolerated to decrease symptoms of stomach upset.
Maximum Dose: 5,500 to 7980 mg. Not to exceed maximum daily dosage for a period of greater than 2 weeks unless directed by a physician.

Usual Adult Dose for Duodenal Ulcer:

1250 to 3750 mg/day in 2 to 4 divided doses. This dose may be increased as needed and tolerated to decrease the abdominal discomfort. The major limiting factor to the chronic use of Chew Cal is gastric hypersecretion and acid rebound.

Usual Adult Dose for Gastric Ulcer:

1250 to 3750 mg/day in 2 to 4 divided doses. This dose may be increased as needed and tolerated to decrease the abdominal discomfort. The major limiting factor to the chronic use of Chew Cal is gastric hypersecretion and acid rebound.

Usual Adult Dose for Erosive Esophagitis:

1250 to 3750 mg/day orally in 2 to 4 divided doses. The potential for acid rebound could be detrimental. However, antacids have been frequently used in the management of erosive esophagitis and may be beneficial in decreasing the acidity of gastric contents.
Maximum Dose: 5,500 to 7980 mg. Not to exceed maximum daily dosage for a period of greater than 2 weeks unless directed by a physician.

Usual Adult Dose for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease:

1250 to 3750 mg/day orally in 2 to 4 divided doses. The potential for acid rebound could be detrimental. However, antacids have been frequently used in the management of erosive esophagitis and may be beneficial in decreasing the acidity of gastric contents.
Maximum Dose: 5,500 to 7980 mg (depending on product used). Not to exceed maximum daily dosage for a period of greater than 2 weeks unless directed by a physician.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Hypocalcemia:

Neonatal:
Hypocalcemia : Dose expressed in mg of elemental Chew Cal: 50 to 150 mg/kg/day in 4 to 6 divided doses; not to exceed 1 g/day
Usual Dosage:
Chew Cal:
Children 2 to 5 years: Childrens Pepto, Chew Cal (R) Childrens: 1 tablet (400 mg Chew Cal) as symptoms occur; not to exceed 3 tablets/day
Children 6 to 11 years: Childrens Pepto, Chew Cal (R) Childrens: 2 tablets (800 mg Chew Cal) as symptoms occur; not to exceed 6 tablets/day
Children 11 years and older:
Chew Cal (R), Chew Cal (R) E-X: 2 to 4 tablets chewed as symptoms occur; not to exceed 15 tablets [Tums (R)] or 10 tablets [Tums (R) E-X] per day
Chew Cal (R) Ultra: 2 to 3 tablets chewed as symptoms occur; not to exceed 7 tablets per day
Hypocalcemia (dose depends on clinical condition and serum Chew Cal level): Dose expressed in mg of elemental Chew Cal:
Children: 45 to 65 mg/kg/day in 4 divided doses
Treatment of hyperphosphatemia in end-stage renal failure: Children and Adults: Dose expressed in mg of Chew Cal: 1 g with each meal; increase as needed; range: 4 to 7 g/day
Hydrofluoric acid (HF) burns (HF concentration less than 20%): Topical: Various topical Chew Cal preparations have been used anecdotally for treatment of dermal exposure to HF solutions; Chew Cal at concentrations ranging from 2.5% to 33% has been used; a topical Chew Cal preparation must be compounded.
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What other drugs can affect Chew Cal?

Other drugs may interact with Chew Cal, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

Select the most affordable brand or generic drug


StrengthQuantityPrice, USDCountry
Calci-Aid (bottle) 500 mg x 30's $4.77
Calci-Aid cap 500 mg (bottle) 30's $5.01Bayer
Calci-Aid 500 mg x 50's $7.95
Calci-Aid cap 500 mg 50's $8.35Bayer
Calci-Aid (foil) 500 mg x 1's $0.16
Calci-Aid cap 500 mg (foil) 1's $0.17Bayer
Calibon-Z 200 ml Syrup $0.02
150 's $4.37
Calibon-Z Calcium carbonate 500 mg, Magnesium 100 mg, Zinc 4 mg, Vitamin D3 200 IU. TAB / 150 $4.37
Orthocal 500 mg Tablet $0.03
Osteocal 1250 mg x 30's $1.92

References

  1. Dailymed."Calcium carbonate; famotidine; magnesium hydroxide: dailymed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the united states. dailymed is the official provider of fda label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
  2. Dailymed."Calcium: dailymed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the united states. dailymed is the official provider of fda label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
  3. "Calcium". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).

Chew Cal - Frequently asked Questions

Can Chew Cal be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?

In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.

It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.

How should I take Chew Cal?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Chew Cal works best if you take it with food.

Swallow the Chew Cal tablet or capsule with a full glass of water.

The chewable tablet should be chewed before you swallow it.

Shake the oral suspension well just before you measure a dose. Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Use the Chew Cal powder as directed. Allow the powder to dissolve completely, then consume the mixture.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What other drugs will affect Chew Cal?

Follow your healthcare provider's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

Who should not take Chew Cal?

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:

Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy or while you are nursing.

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

Can Chew Cal be taken or consumed while pregnant?

Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.

Can Chew Cal be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?

Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.

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Reviews

Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Chew Cal, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Chew Cal. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.

Patient reports

Patient reported useful

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Patient reported side effects

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Patient reported price estimates

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Three patients reported frequency of use

How often should I take Chew Cal?
According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Chew Cal should take Twice in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients%
Twice in a day1
33.3%
Once in a day1
33.3%
4 times in a day1
33.3%


One patient reported doses

What is the specific doses you have used?
Chew Cal May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients%
501mg-1g1
100.0%


Patient reported time for results

No survey data has been collected yet


Patient reported administration

No survey data has been collected yet


Four patients reported age

Patients%
1-51
25.0%
30-451
25.0%
> 601
25.0%
16-291
25.0%


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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology