Osteoporosis Flashcards
1
Q
amount of elemental calcium in calcium carbonate
A
40%
2
Q
administration considerations with calcium carbonate
A
take w food, DDI with PPIs and H2 RAs because acid is required for disintegration
3
Q
amount of elemental calcium in calcium citrate
A
21%
4
Q
administration considerations with calcium citrate
A
take w or w/o food
5
Q
max dose of calcium for each dose
A
500-600, absorption is limited
6
Q
interactions with calcium
A
fiber laxatives can decrease absorption of ca if taken concurrently
- ca can decrease absorption of: FQs, tetracyclines, iron, bisphosphonates, and thyroid supplements
