Indications & Uses
Calcium Gluconate is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Calcium gluconate is used to correct or prevent low calcium levels in the body. By restoring adequate calcium, it also supports healthy nerve and muscle function and helps maintain a normal heartbeat.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
The adult dose of Calcium Gluconate is 1 to 2 ampoules of Ca+ Gluconate given IM, daily or on alternate days. Children need half the adult dose. An IM injection should go deep into the gluteus medius muscle, using a long needle, and this route is not recommended for children.
In acute hypocalcemia, the dose is 10 to 20 ml (2.32 to 4.64 m.mol) per kg body weight. Fluoride or lead poisoning needs 0.3 ml per kg body weight. Neonatal tetany is treated with 0.3 ml (0.7 m.mol) per kg body weight.
Side Effects
If Calcium Gluconate injection is given too rapidly, it may cause nausea, vomiting, hot flushes, sweating, low blood pressure (hypotension), and vasomotor collapse, which can be fatal.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Use with care in impaired kidney function, heart disease, conditions linked to high blood calcium (e.g. sarcoidosis), other cancers, and pregnancy.
Contraindications
Calcium gluconate should not be given to patients who are taking cardiac glycosides, to patients with renal failure, to patients with severe hypercalciuria, or to patients with hypercalcaemia.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy Category C. This means that either animal studies have shown some risk of harm to the developing baby (such as birth defects or fetal loss) while no well-controlled studies exist in pregnant women, or that studies in both women and animals simply have not been done. In such cases, this medicine should be used during pregnancy only if the expected benefit to the mother is considered to outweigh the possible risk to the unborn child.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Storage
Store Calcium Gluconate below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Drug Interactions
Common questions about Calcium Gluconate 500 mg
What is Calcium Gluconate 500 mg Injection?
Calcium Gluconate 500 mg Injection is a medicine that contains Calcium Gluconate. It is made by Edruc Ltd. It belongs to the Minerals in bone formation group of medicines.
What is Calcium Gluconate used for?
Calcium Gluconate is used for: Osteoporosis.
What are the side effects of Calcium Gluconate?
If Calcium Gluconate injection is given too rapidly, it may cause nausea, vomiting, hot flushes, sweating, low blood pressure (hypotension), and vasomotor collapse, which can be fatal.
Can I take Calcium Gluconate during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy Category C. This means that either animal studies have shown some risk of harm to the developing baby (such as birth defects or fetal loss) while no well-controlled studies exist in pregnant women, or that studies in both women and animals simply have not been done. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Calcium Gluconate?
Store Calcium Gluconate below 30°C, away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Can I take other medicines with Calcium Gluconate?
Some medicines can interact with Calcium Gluconate, for example: Digoxin, Calcitriol, Multivitamin & Multimineral [A-Z junior infusion preparation]. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take.
Do I need a prescription for Calcium Gluconate?
Calcium Gluconate is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.