Calcium
- Generic Name
- Calcium
- Brand Names
- -
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- Ca
- CAS Number
- 7440-70-2
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- SY7Q814VUP
- Background
Calcium plays a vital role in the anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of organisms and of the cell, particularly in signal transduction pathways. The skeleton acts as a major mineral storage site for the element and releases Ca2+ ions into the bloodstream under controlled conditions. Circulating calcium is either in the free, ionized form or bound to blood ...
- Indication
Calcium plays a vital role in the anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of organisms and of the cell, particularly in signal transduction pathways. It is vital in cell signaling, muscular contractions, bone health, and signalling cascades.
- Associated Conditions
- Calcium Deficiency, Deficiency, Vitamin D, Osteodystrophy, Osteomalacia, Osteoporosis, Chronic Hypocalcemia, Chronic Hypocalcemia caused by anticonvulsant medications
- Associated Therapies
- Care of the Joint, Mineral supplementation therapy, Nutritional supplementation
Oral Calcium in Pregnant Women With Hypertension
Phase 2
Completed
- Conditions
Women's Health Initiative (WHI)
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