Calcarea Carbonica; Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions

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Calcarea carbonica abbreviated as Calcarea carb is a homeopathic remedy made from the middle layer of shells. In chemical terms, Calcarea carbonica is impure calcium carbonate, CaCO3. Unlike most homeopathic remedies, which are made from substances soluble in water or alcohol, Calcarea carbonica must be prepared by a process called trituration. The triturated material is ground or pounded until it is reduced to a fine powder. According to one homeopath, the discovery of trituration...

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  • This article explains Indications of Calcarea Carbonica in simple medical language.
  • This article explains Contra-Indications of Calcarea Carbonica in simple medical language.
  • This article explains Dosage of Calcarea Carbonica in simple medical language.
  • This article explains Side Effects of Calcarea Carbonica in simple medical language.
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Definition

Calcarea carbonica abbreviated as Calcarea carb is a homeopathic remedy made from the middle layer of shells. In chemical terms, Calcarea carbonica is impure calcium carbonate, CaCO3. Unlike most homeopathic remedies, which are made from substances soluble in water or alcohol, Calcarea carbonica must be prepared by a process called trituration. The triturated material is ground or pounded until it is reduced to a fine powder. According to one homeopath, the discovery of trituration is a tribute to the genius of Samuel Hahnemann, the founder of homeopathy. “His method of preparing insoluble substances brought to light in this instance a whole world of power formerly unknown.”

Indications of Calcarea Carbonica

  • The homeopathic remedy Calcarea Carbonica is used to help with overweight problems including symptoms of low energy, excess appetite, and poorly toned muscles.
  • Calc Carb is also used for problems with slow recovery or congestion in the system including mononucleosis, and . It also works well as a remedy for symptoms such as , , , and sour .
  • Bone and Joint – The homeopathic remedy Calcarea Carbonica is often looked to for backaches, joint pain, , bone growths, , pain, or even bunions. Calcarea Carbonica can be used for any sort of in joints that are slow to heal.
  • Anxiety and Phobias – The homeopathic remedy Calcarea Carbonica not only works for physical symptoms but also for mental or emotional ones as well. Calc Carb works as a homeopathic remedy for those worries and fears that may escalate into almost obsessive behavior. The fears are often founded on the fact that somebody will see through the individual and they will, therefore, be unable to cope.

Conditions

  • Fractures and especially of wrists, ankles, and knees. Typically low potencies are used.
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  •  with profuse milky or white-yellow discharge. Starts and stops. and burning. Irritable and weak during vaginitis. Menses too early, profuse.

or Constitutional Conditions

  • Arthritis and rheumatism from strains, wear and tear, old injuries. A , weakness or lame joints, contractions. Painful nodes in joints. Weak, no stamina; flabby muscle and lax
  • Problems with calcium metabolism
  • Thyroid Disorders including low thyroid, thyroid nodules
  • Obesity with the general constitution being sluggish, and overweight. The tendency to obesity in the young.

Children and Adolescents[4]

  • Developmental delay on a physical or mental level. Often indicated for children that appear obstinate or guarded and apprehensive  or that have a
  • Teething
  • Constipation with large, hard stools, children tend to not mind being constipated
  • The tendency to be overweight, obstinate and sweat easily.

Other common conditions: Breastfeeding, Wrist and ankle concerns, Anxiety, Milk Intolerance, swollen glands

Contra-Indications of Calcarea Carbonica

  • Patients with hypercalcemia.
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Numbness or tingling in your hands or feet;
  • Liver disease;
  • Ulcerative colitis;
  • Thyroid problems;
  • High blood pressure, an irregular heartbeat, or any type of heart disease;
  • A hiatal hernia or reflux disease;
  • Enlargement of the prostate; or
  • Asthma, chronic lung disease, or allergies.

Dosage of Calcarea Carbonica

Strengths: 667 mg Calcarea Carbonica acetate capsule.

  • The recommended initial dose of Calcarea Carbonica acetate for the adult dialysis patient is 2 capsules with each meal. Increase the dose gradually to lower serum phosphorus levels to the target range, as long as hypercalcemia does not develop. Most patients require 3 to 4 capsules with each meal.
  • Starting dose is 2 capsules with each meal. (2)
  • Titrate the dose every 2 to 3 weeks until acceptable serum phosphorus level is reached. Most patients require 3 to 4 capsules with each meal. (2)

Side Effects of Calcarea Carbonica

The most common

  • Constipation and upset stomach may occur.
  • If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
  • Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including – rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
  • Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
  • Nausea/vomiting,
  • Loss of appetite,
  • Unusual weight loss,
  • Mental/mood changes,
  • Bone/muscle pain,
  • A headache,
  • Increased thirst/urination,
  • Weakness,
  • Unusual tiredness.

Common

  • nausea, bloating, heartburn, or constipation;
  • changes in taste;
  • difficulty urinating;
  • decreased sweating; or
  • nasal congestion, stuffiness, or a dry mouth.
  • an irregular or fast heart rate;
  • a rash or flushing; or
  • eye pain.
  • a headache, dizziness, or lightheadedness;
  • weakness or nervousness;
  • blurred vision, large pupils, or sensitivity of the eyes to bright light;
  • nausea, bloating, heartburn, or constipation;
  • changes in taste;
  • difficulty urinating;
  • decreased sweating; or
  • nasal congestion, stuffiness, or a dry mouth.

Drug Interactions of Calcarea Carbonica

#There is no specific drug interactions or information available

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