Anthropometric Measurements as Predictors of Low Birth Weight Among Tanzanian Neonates: A Hospital-Based Study
November 7, 2025
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Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Calcium pangamate, Vitamin B15
Class :
Mineral supplement
Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
Calcium pangamate, Vitamin B15
Class :
Mineral supplement
Dosage Forms & StrengthsÂ
TabletsÂ
50mgÂ
Data not availableÂ
Refer to adult dosingÂ
the therapeutic activity of acebutolol may be reduced
the therapeutic activity of amiodarone may be reduced
the therapeutic activity of amlodipine may be reduced
the rate of excretion of calcium pangamate may be reduced
the therapeutic activity of bepridil may be reduced
the therapeutic activity of betaxolol may be reduced
the risk of adverse effects may be increased
the risk of adverse effects may be increased
the risk of adverse effects may be increased
the therapeutic activity of celiprolol may be reduced
the therapeutic activity of cinnarizine may be reduced
the risk of adverse effects may be increased
a reduction in absorption of delafloxacin may be seen
the cardiotoxic and arrhythmogenic activity of deslanoside may be increased
the serum levels of acenocoumarol may be increased
Actions and spectrum:Â
Calcium pangamate works by enhancing the absorption of calcium and a few mineralsÂ
Frequency not definedÂ
Pain in the abdomenÂ
NauseaÂ
VomitingÂ
FatigueÂ
Loss of appetiteÂ
Headache Â
Black Box Warning Â
Not listedÂ
Contraindication/Caution:Â
Contraindication:Â
HypersensitivityÂ
Use of antacids, diuretics, and antibioticsÂ
Pregnancy consideration:Â Â
USFDA pregnancy category: Not recommendedÂ
Lactation:Â Â
Data about the excretion of calcium pangamate into human milk is not knownÂ
Pregnancy category:Â Â
Category A: Studies that were well-controlled and met expectations revealed no risk to the fetus `in either the first or second trimester.Â
Category B: There was a lack of studies on pregnant women and no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal experiments.  Â
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.   Â
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.  Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.   Â
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category
Pharmacology:Â
Calcium pangamate is a dietary supplementÂ
Pharmacodynamics:Â
It is known to provide pangamic acid and calcium to the bodyÂ
Pharmacokinetics:Â
Limited data availableÂ
AbsorptionÂ
DistributionÂ
MetabolismÂ
Elimination and excretionÂ
Half-life:Â
Administration:Â
To be administered as directed by the doctorÂ
Patient information leafletÂ
Generic Name: calcium pangamate Â
Why do we use calcium pangamate?Â
Calcium pangamate is used as a dietary supplement. It is also used to treat the deficiency of vitamin B6 and helps build healthy muscles, bones, and teeth. It is also known to reduce the risk of colon cancer and osteoporosis.Â
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