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Amitone

Calcium Carbonate

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4 Effectiveness

4.4 Side Effects

3.9 Holistic Benefits

RateADrug users have reported 4 Amitone side effects and 2 Amitone benefits.

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The generic name of this medication is calcium carbonate and the various brand names are Alka-Mints, Cal-Gest, Calcarb, Calci Mix, Calci-Chew, Calcium Concentrate, Calcium Liquid Softgel, Calcium Oyster Shell, Caltrate, Chooz, Extra Strength Mylanta Calci Tabs, Icar Prenatal Chewable Calcium, Maalox Antacid Barrier, Maalox Childrens', Maalox Quick Dissolve, Maalox Quick Dissolve Maximum Strength, Maalox Regular Strength, Mylanta Child, Nephro Calci, Os-Cal 500, Oysco 500, Oyst Cal 500, Oyster Cal, Oyster Calcium, Oyster Shell, Pepto Children's, Rolaids Sodium Free, Rolaids Soft Chew, Tums, Tums 500, Tums E-X, Tums Ultra.

The active ingredient of this medication is calcium carbonate.

This medication is used in the prevention and treatment of calcium deficiencies.

Common Uses:

This medication is used in the prevention and treatment of calcium deficiencies.

Off Label Uses:

None noted currently.

Side Effects:
Nausea or vomiting;
Decreased appetite;
Constipation;
Dry mouth or increased thirst;
Urinating more than usual.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in people with:
Allergic reactions to this medication or any of its ingredients;
A history of renal calculi or kidney stones;
Parathyroid gland disorder.

Drug Interactions:
Antacids or other calcium supplements;
Calcitriol (Rocaltrol) or vitamin D supplements;
Digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps);
Demeclocycline (Declomycin);
Doxycycline (Vibramycin, Monodox, Doxy);
Minocycline (Minocin, Dynacin) or oxytetracycline (Terramycin);
Tetracycline antibiotics like Sumycin, Achromycin V, etc;

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Effectiveness of Amitone by Condition

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Effectiveness on "Acid Reflux & Heartburn"

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Amitone, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	0%	66.7%	33.3%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Breathing	0%	0%	66.7%	33.3%	0%
Confidence	33.3%	0%	66.7%	0%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Digestion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Emotional Well-being	33.3%	0%	66.7%	0%	0%
Energy	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Eyesight	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Memory	33.3%	0%	66.7%	0%	0%
Mental Clarity	33.3%	0%	66.7%	0%	0%
Pain	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Patience	33.3%	0%	66.7%	0%	0%
Sexual Health	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Skin Complexion	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Sleep	0%	0%	66.7%	33.3%	0%
Stress Level	33.3%	0%	66.7%	0%	0%

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Commonly Reported Amitone Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Muscle Cramping	0%	100%	0%	0%	0%

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Less Commonly Reported Amitone Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Confusion	50%	50%	0%	0%	0%
Sore Throat	50%	50%	0%	0%	0%

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Episodes since taking Amitone

Since taking Amitone Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:

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66.7%

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