Cacit Calcium tablets effectively support your bone health in cases of deficiency, during growth, pregnancy, or osteoporosis. A convenient and quick solution to incorporate into your health routine.
When the body needs a boost to build or maintain a strong skeletal system, it relies on an essential ally: calcium. Cacit Calcium tablets contain a high concentration of calcium, the main component of our bones. This product is designed to meet increased calcium needs, whether during growth, pregnancy,breastfeeding, or in cases of bone demineralization— particularly after menopause or during prolonged cortisone treatment.
Cacit’s formulation acts like a mineral cement that strengthens the body’s foundation. Much like a mason reinforcing a weakened structure, it fills in deficiencies and strengthens bone structure. The calcium, released in a bioavailable form, is easily absorbed, ensuring rapid and long-lasting effectiveness.
During growth spurts or in pregnant women, calcium requirements skyrocket. Relying solely on dairy products is no longer sufficient. Cacit thus stands out as a leading calcium supplement, preventing imbalances and optimally supporting bone formation . It also supports breastfeeding mothers by preserving their own mineral reserves while providing the necessary nutrients for the infant.
And what about postmenopausal osteoporosis? This silent bone fragility weakens internal structures and increases the risk of fractures. By providing an optimal daily amount of calcium, Cacit helps slow bone loss and maintain skeletal integrity. It is not a miracle cure, but an essential foundation for preserving mineral balance in the long term.
Another scenario involves long-term cortisone treatments. These often have the side effect of demineralizing the bones, compromising the strength of the skeleton. Cacit acts as a shield against bone fragility here, providing the mineral support needed to counteract the harmful effects of these long-term treatments.
And that’s not all. Prolonged immobilization—due to a fracture, bed rest, or surgery—can lead to rapid decalcification, particularly in older adults. As soon as mobility is regained, Cacit becomes a valuable solution for gradually rebuilding bone density and preventing future complications.
Taking this supplement does not replace a balanced diet. Dairy products and natural sources of calcium remain essential, but Cacit supplements them when dietary intake is insufficient. If in doubt, it is recommended to consult a healthcare professional to assess actual needs and optimize supplementation.
In short, this supplement is a true bone health safeguard—a clear, practical, and scientifically grounded solution for the many situations in which the body requires more calcium.
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The effervescent tablets should be dissolved in a large glass of water. Be sure to let the tablet dissolve completely before swallowing.
The timing of administration can be adjusted according to your routine—with or without a meal—as long as you follow the prescribed dosage.
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Presentation
Cacit Calcium tablets come in the form of effervescent tablets to be dissolved in water, packaged in easy-to-store boxes. This format makes them easy to take, with a pleasant taste, while ensuring optimal bioavailability of calcium.
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ANSM - Updated on : 09/01/2025
CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet
Calcium
Always take this medicine exactly as it is prescribed by your doctor, pharmacist or pharmacist.
- Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
- Ask your pharmacist for any advice or information you may need.
- If you experience any of the side effects listed above, please tell your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet. See section 4.
- You should contact your doctor if you do not feel any improvement or if you feel less well.
Keep out of the reach of children.
What does this leaflet contain?
1. What is CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet and what is it used for?
2. What do I need to know before taking CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet?
3. How should CACIT 500 mg effervescent tablet be taken?
4. What are the possible side effects?
5. How should CACIT 500 mg effervescent tablet be stored?
6. Package contents and other information.
1. WHAT IS CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet AND WHAT IS IT USED FOR?
Pharmacotherapeutic class - ATC code: A12AA04
CALCIUM/MINERAL ELEMENT (A: digestive system and metabolism)
- Calcium deficiency, particularly during growth, pregnancy and breast-feeding.
- Adjunctive treatment of osteoporosis in the elderly, after menopause, on corticosteroids, and for immobilization when mobility is regained.
2. WHAT DO I HAVE TO KNOW BEFORE TAKING CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet?
Never take CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet:
- if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to the active substance(s) or to any of the other components of this medicine mentioned in section 6.
- if you have hypercalcemia (abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood),
- if you have hypercalciuria (exaggerated elimination of calcium in the urine),
- if you have calcium lithiasis (kidney stones) - tissue calcifications,
- in the event of prolonged mobilization accompanied by hypercalcemia and/or hypercalciuria: treatment should be used only when mobilization is resumed.
Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet.
During treatment with high doses and, in particular, during concomitant treatment with vitamin D, thiazide diuretics and/or calcium-containing drugs or nutrients (such as milk), there may be a risk of hypercalcemia with impaired renal function or Burnett's syndrome. This risk also applies to pregnant women taking high doses of calcium, and to patients with renal insufficiency. In such patients, urine and blood calcium levels should be monitored , and renal function should be supervised.
Children and adolescents
Not applicable.
Other medicinal products and CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or may take any other medicines.
To avoid possible interactions between several drugs, always inform your doctor or pharmacist of any other current treatment, particularly oral cyclins, digitalis, bisphosphonates, iron salts, thiazide diuretics and zinc, strontium and thyroid hormones.
CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet with food, drink and alcohol
Not applicable.
Pregnancy, breast-feeding and fertility
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to become pregnant, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
This medicine may be prescribed for pregnant or breast-feeding women.
Driving and use of machinery
Not applicable.
CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet contains :
- orange yellow S (E110 colorant) which may cause allergic reactions.
- 1.36 mg sorbitol (E420) .
- less than 1 mmol (23 mg) sodium per effervescent tablet, i.e. essentially "sodium-free".
3. HOW TO TAKE CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet
Dosage
Children :
- 6 to 10 years: 1 tablet per day,
- over 10 years: 2 tablets per day.
Adults:
- 2 tablets per day.
In all cases, follow your doctor's prescription.
Oral administration.
Dissolve each tablet completely in a large glass of water and swallow immediately.
If you have taken more CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet than you should have :
Consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
If you forget to take CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet :
Do not take a double dose to make up for the one you forgot to take.
If you stop taking CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet :
Not applicable.
If you have any further questions about the use of this medicine, please ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
- Excessive increase in calcium levels in the blood (hypercalcemia) and urine (hypercalciuria), in the event of prolonged treatment at high doses,
- Constipation or diarrhea,
- Bloating, burping,
- Nausea,
- Allergic skin reactions such as itching, extensive rash, urticaria,
- Burnett's syndrome, generally observed only in cases of overdose (generally reversible on discontinuation of the drug and initiation of specific treatment).
Reporting side effects
If you experience any side effects, please tell your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet. You can also report adverse reactions directly via the national reporting system: Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament et des produits de santé (ANSM) and the network of Centres Régionaux de Pharmacovigilance - Website: www.signalement-sante.gouv.fr.
By reporting adverse reactions, you contribute to providing more information on drug safety.
5. HOW TO CONSERVE CACIT 500 mg, effervescent tablet?
Keep out of sight and reach of children.
This medicine must be stored in a dry place.
The tube must be carefully resealed after each use.
Do not dispose of any medicine in the household waste . Ask your pharmacist to dispose of any medicines you no longer use. This will help protect the environment.
6. CONTENTS AND OTHER INFORMATION
What CACIT 500 mg effervescent tablet contains
- The active substance is :
Calcium carbonate ........................................................................................................ 1250 mg
Quantity corresponding to calcium element ............................................................................ 500 mg
For one effervescent tablet.
- The other components are :
Citric acid, sodium cyclamate, saccharin sodium, orange flavour MK 500 (mannitol, sorbitol (E420), gluconolactone, dextrin, orange essential oil 5504, concentrated orange essential oil 5001, mandarin essential oil 5109), orange yellow S (E110).
What CACIT 500 mg effervescent tablet is and what it contains
This medicine takes the form of an effervescent tablet. Boxes of 20 or 60.
Not all presentations may be marketed.
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Detailed information on this drug is available on the ANSM (France) website.
This medicine contains a high level of calcium, the main constituent of bone.
It is used in cases of increased calcium requirements (growth period, pregnancy, breast-feeding), or bone decalcification (osteoporosis occurring after menopause, long-term cortisone treatment).
Prices do not include dispensing fees.
| p cp | p cp | |
| Calcium carbonate | 1,25 g | 2,5 g |
| i.e. Calcium | 500 mg | 1,000 mg |
Excessive calcium intake can be dangerous, particularly in cases of renal failure. Do not use without medical advice.
When this drug is used to treat bone decalcification due to prolonged immobilization, it should only be taken when walking is resumed.
Calcium is sometimes combined with vitamin D, which promotes its absorption; blood tests may be prescribed to check that there is no abnormal accumulation of calcium in the body.
Interact with cyclins, biphosphonates, thyroid hormones, iron-, zinc- or strontium-containing drugs at least 2 hours apart.
Tell your pharmacist or doctor if you are taking a medicine containing digoxin or a diuretic (e.g. hydrochlorothazide).
There are also food interactions: foods known to be rich in oxalic acid (spinach, rhubarb, sorrel, cocoa, tea) or phytic acid (chocolate, wholegrain cereals, pulses) may reduce calcium absorption. It is therefore recommended to take this medicine at a distance from meals containing these foods.
Calcium intake during pregnancy or breast-feeding should not exceed 1,500 mg per day.
Effervescent tablets should be dissolved in a glass of water.
Taking this medicine does not dispense with regular consumption of dairy products, which are naturally rich in calcium.
Effervescent tablets should be stored in a dry place.
Digestive disorders, skin rash.
Prolonged high-dose treatment: hypercalcemia, hypercalciuria (excess calcium in the urine, which can lead to kidney stones).
Concretion (stone) that forms in the excretory tracts of certain organs: urinary, biliary and salivary tracts.
Synonym: lithiasis.
Hormone secreted by the adrenal glands. It helps regulate sugars, fats and proteins in the body, as well as the body's reaction to stress. Its powerful anti-inflammatory properties are used therapeutically. Natural cortisone is called cortisol (which can be measured by blood tests). Hydrocortisone is the medicinal form closest to natural cortisone, and is mainly used in the replacement treatment of diseases caused by cortisone deficiency. Other, more potent chemical derivatives are used when an anti-inflammatory effect is required: prednisone, prednisolone, betamethasone, dexamethasone, etc.
Appearance of pimples or patches on the skin. These lesions may be caused by food or medication, and may reflect an allergy or toxic effect. Many viruses can also cause rashes: rubella, roseola and measles are the best known.
Excess calcium in the blood, due to illness or the use of certain medications (excess vitamin D).
Abnormal increase in calcium in the urine.
Inability of the kidneys to eliminate waste products or drug substances. Advanced renal failure does not necessarily mean a reduction in the quantity of urine eliminated. Only a blood test and creatinine level can reveal this disease.
Concretion (stone) that forms in the excretory tracts of certain organs: urinary, biliary and salivary tracts.
Synonym: calculus.
Gradual cessation of menstrual cycles, which occurs in women around the age of 50. Menopause is due to a sharp drop in hormone secretion by the ovaries. It can also be the result of surgical removal of the ovaries or drug treatment.
See article: Menopause
Fragility of the bones, which become porous and brittle.
See article: Osteoporosis.
Symptoms of irritation or malfunction of the digestive tract. One or more disorders may be present: nausea, vomiting, aerophagia, abdominal pain, heartburn, bloating, flatulence, diarrhea or constipation, etc. Antibiotics can promote candidiasis, often responsible for digestive disorders.
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