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Brand Names: Posture

Generic Name: calcium phosphate, tribasic (tricalcium phosphate) (Pronunciation: KAL see um FOSS fate, tri BAY sick)

What is calcium phosphate (Posture)?

Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind to other minerals (such as phosphate) and aid in their removal from the body.

Calcium phosphate is used to prevent and to treat calcium deficiencies.

Calcium phosphate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of calcium phosphate (Posture)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects may include:

nausea or vomiting;
decreased appetite;
constipation;
dry mouth or increased thirst; or
increased urination.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about calcium phosphate (Posture)?

Do not take calcium phosphate or antacids that contain calcium without first asking your doctor if you also take other medicines. Calcium can make it harder for your body to absorb certain medicines.

Calcium phosphate works best if you take it with food.

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