Calcium carbonate poisoning is an overdose of calcium carbonate, which is commonly found in antacids (for heart burn) and some dietary supplements.
Alternative Names:
Tums overdose; Calcium overdose
Poisonous Ingredient:
Calcium
Where Found:
Calcium carbonate
Some antacids (Tums, Chooz)
Some mineral supplements
Some vitamin and mineral supplements
Some hand lotions
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
Review Date: 2/28/2006
Reviewed By: Stephen C Acosta, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, Portland VA Medical Center, Portland, OR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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