Calcium

Also known as: Calcium, Ca, Atomic #20

 

Safety Rating: 

LIKELY HARMFUL 

  • None

NOT ENOUGH INFO

  • None

POSSIBLY UNSAFE

at very high doses 

(see Dose Safety below)

POSSIBLY SAFE

  • None

LIKELY SAFE

at moderate doses

(see Dose Safety below)

 

For explanations of what these safety ratings mean, click here.

Dose Safety:

The recommended daily maximum of calcium depends on age, including for pregnant or breastfeeding patients. Most patients are enouraged to keep their calcium intake between 1000-1200 mg a day including food sources. Taking more than the daily maximum below can increase risk of kidney stones and other complications.

 

Pregnant: Taking more than the maximum amount of calcium during pregnancy can eventually cause a DECREASE in the calcium levels of the fetus. This low calcium can lead to an increased risk of seizures, especially if the high calcium levels are during the 3rd trimester.

 

Patient Info

Daily maximum
 Age 0-6 months 1000 mg
 Age 6-12 months 1500 mg
 Age 1-3 years 2500 mg
 Age 9-18 years 3000 mg
 Age 19-50 years 2500 mg
 Age 51+ years 2000 mg

 

 

 

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Side Effects

Overview

Interactions with Health Conditions

Drug Interactions

Interactions with Herbs/Supplements

Interactions with Food

 

 

References:

  1. *Natural Medicines. (2019, March 11). Calcium [Monograph]. Natural Standard Professional Monograph. Retrieved from: https://naturalmedicines.therapeuticresearch.com/databases/food,-herbs-supplements/professional.aspx?productid=781

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