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 Generic Name  Calcium carbonate 
 Trade Name  Mallamint 
 Manufacturer   
 Risk Category    
  • Risk classification not available


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 Indication  

  • Mineral Antacid.
  • Contains Calcium carbonate (600 mg elemental calcium).
  • The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) in pregnancy and lactation is 1200 mg/day.
 Fetal Risk  

  • The dose of calcium is within the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) in pregnancy but should be avoided in the first trimester because of potential teratogenicity.
  • Safe in the last two trimesters if chronic high doses are avoided.
  • The use of calcium in pregnancy may cause fetal hypomagnesemia, increased deep tendon reflexes and increased muscle tone.
 Breast Feeding  

  • The dose within the RDA in lactation.
 Other Trade Names  
 


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Last complete update: 10/05/2006