Calcium Acetate

Uses of Calcium Acetate

Calcium Acetate is commonly used to treat Increased Phosphate Levels In Blood or Hyperphospatemia associated with chronic renal insufficiency.

How Calcium Acetate Works

Calcium Acetate forms an insoluble salt when reacting with phosphate in the gut. Therefore less phosphate will get absorbed leading to a lower concentration of phosphate in the bloodstream.

Side Effects of Calcium Acetate

Gastrointestinal irritation or GI upset, May lead to hypercalcemia

Information About Calcium Acetate

Calcium Acetate is a phosphate binder used to control hyperphosphataemia in patients with end-stage renal disease in Singapore. Available as a 667mg oral tablet taken with each meal, the dose titrated to serum phosphorus targets, it is HSA-registered and available on prescription only in Singapore. It binds dietary phosphate in the gastrointestinal tract to prevent systemic absorption, providing equivalent phosphate binding efficacy to calcium carbonate but with approximately half the calcium absorption, reducing the risk of hypercalcaemia. A valid doctor's consultation is required before dispensing. Order Calcium Acetate online at DoctorOnCall Singapore with same-day delivery available. Speak to a DoctorOnCall physician today to check if Calcium Acetate is right for you.


Calcium Acetate is a medication commonly used to control high phosphate levels in patients with kidney disease, especially those undergoing dialysis. It works by binding to phosphate from food in the digestive tract, helping reduce phosphate absorption into the bloodstream. Calcium Acetate belongs to a class of medications known as phosphate binders and is widely used in renal care and chronic kidney disease management. Find affordable Calcium Acetate options from trusted brands at DoctorOnCall.

Conclusion

Consult our doctors online for safe and effective use of Calcium Acetate tailored to your health needs. Find the best prices for affordable Calcium Acetate tablets and capsules at DoctorOnCall Singapore.


Warnings

Kidney Use With Care

Calcium Acetate should be avoided in patients with renal calculi or history of renal calculi. Use in medication with caution in patients with chronic renal disease, undergoing hemodialysis and disease associated with hypercalcemia such as malignancies and sarcoidosis.

Alcohol Not Advisable

Calcium Acetate binds to phosphate in food inhibiting them from being absorbed. Taking this medication with alcohol might interfere with the process. Therefore it is not recommended to take Calcium Acetate with alcohol.

Pregnancy Not Safe

There was no report shown that Calcium Acetate is harmful when taken during pregnancy. However, it may increase the risk of hypercalcemia especially if co-administered with Calcium Acetate. Limited data available on the pregnancy safety of Calcium Acetate in humans. The usage of this medication in pregnant women should only be administered when benefit outweighs the risk.

Driving Generally Safe

It is safe to drive while taking Calcium Acetate. However, you should drive only when you are feeling well.

Liver Limited Data

Calcium Acetate is safe to be used in the patient with liver problems.

Lactation Limited Data

No adequate studies have been conducted to determine the safety of Calcium Acetate in breastfeeding. This medication is distributed in breastmilk. Therefore, this medication should only be used in breastfeeding mothers only if the risk outweighs the benefit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Written by

Dr. Adeline Carol Peters

, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)

Reviewed by

Dr. Mohd Izzat Amir Bin Awang

, Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Mansoura - Manchester