471-34-1
100.1
CaCO3
Water
Room Temperature
Calcium carbonate is an endogenous metabolite used as a calcium supplement and antacid. This compound is also used in laboratories as a buffer. It is shown in renal-disease patients with hyperphosphatemia to contain phosphate binding power but it may result in hypercalcaemia or alkalosis.
It is reported that taking calcium carbonate for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) in pregnant patients can cause pancreatitis because of excessive calcium indigestion. Other experiments have successfully utilized calcium carbonate as a calcium control in comparison studies.
Applications:
• Calcium supplement
• Antacid
• Buffer
Additional Reading:
• 5 Things to Consider When Choosing Biological Buffers
• Carbonate Ionophores for Ion Selective Electrodes
0.1 lbs
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
