Calcium Chloride
What is it? Overview Usage Side Effects and Warnings
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What is Calcium Chloride?

(KAL see um KLOR ide)

• This medicine is used to prevent and treat low calcium levels.

• This medicine is used to protect the heart from high potassium levels.

• This medicine is used to protect the heart from overdose of certain heart medicines.

• This medicine is used to protect the heart and lungs from high magnesium levels.

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.

What are some possible side effects of this medicine?

• Irritation where the shot is given.

Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately

• If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center or emergency department immediately.

• Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

• Any rash.

• No improvement in condition or feeling worse.

 
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