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Boxed warning

Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. KEEP THIS PRODUCT OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.

Mechanism of action

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Mechanism-of-action class: Electrolyte Activity.

Indications

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  • CitraNatal Assure ® is a multivitamin/mineral prescription drug indicated for use in improving the nutritional status of women prior to conception, throughout pregnancy, and in the postnatal period for both lactating and nonlactating mothers.

Contraindications

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  • This product is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.contraindicated

Dosage & administration

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One tablet and one capsule daily or as directed by a physician.

Warnings & precautions

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Ingestion of more than 3 grams of omega-3 fatty acids per day has been shown to have potential antithrombotic effects, including an increased bleeding time and INR. Administration of omega-3 fatty acids should be avoided in patients on anticoagulants and in those known to have an inherited or acquired bleeding diathesis.

Adverse reactions

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Allergic sensitization has been reported following both oral and parenteral administration of folic acid.

FAERS reports

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Reference statistics only. FAERS reports are voluntarily submitted and are not incidence rates, safety signals, or causal evidence. Counts reflect reporting volume — how often a reaction was reported, not how often it occurs. For decision-grade use, consult openFDA and the FAERS Public Dashboard directly.
29 total reports matchedLatest report Share = reports listing the reaction ÷ total matched reports. Rows can sum to >100% because a single report often lists multiple reactions.
  1. 1Maternal Exposure During Pregnancy414%
  2. 2Arthralgia310%
  3. 3Fall310%
  4. 4Nausea310%
  5. 5Pruritus310%
  6. 6Drug Ineffective26.9%
  7. 7Fatigue26.9%
  8. 8Headache26.9%
  9. 9Hypoaesthesia26.9%
  10. 10Injection Site Pain26.9%
  11. 11Insomnia26.9%
  12. 12Joint Swelling26.9%
  13. 13Pain In Extremity26.9%
  14. 14Abdominal Pain13.4%
  15. 15Abdominal Pain Upper13.4%

Literature

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Recent PubMed references pinned to Calcium Citrate as a MeSH major topic. Citations link to pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.

Clinical trials

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The 10 most recently updated of 176 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Calcium Citrate as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.

Frequently asked questions

How does Calcium Citrate work?
Mechanism-of-action class: Electrolyte Activity.
What is Calcium Citrate used for?
According to FDA labeling, Calcium Citrate carries indications including: CitraNatal Assure ® is a multivitamin/mineral prescription drug indicated for use in improving the nutritional status of women prior to conception, throughout pregnancy, and in the postnatal period for both lactating and nonlactating mothers.. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
What class of drug is Calcium Citrate?
Calcium Citrate is classified as Calcium, Electrolyte Activity, Bone Resorption Alteration, Increased Renal PO4-- Excretion.
What are the brand names for Calcium Citrate?
Calcium Citrate is marketed under brand names including Calcet.
What are the contraindications for Calcium Citrate?
Calcium Citrate labeling lists contraindications including: This product is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.. Always consult the full prescribing information and a clinician.
Note. Data for calcium-citrate is illustrative MVP content compiled from public sources. pharmacopeia is for educational and informational use only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

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