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Calcium supplements cause few, if any, side effects. But side effects can sometimes occur, including gas, constipation and bloating. In general, calcium carbonate is the most constipating. You may need to try a few different brands or types of calcium supplements to find one that you tolerate the best. What prescriptions you take
It is very typical that most calcium supplements (that usually only have added vitamin D) often cause constipation â as well other gastrointestinal issues like bloating, gas, and cramps, or all of them! Thereâs a good chance that you have first hand experience and is why youâre reading this. Itâs a big problem because it deters you from taking the necessary dosage of calcium day in and day out. One of the main reasons supplements donât work is simply lack of âcomplianceâ to the schedule of regularly taking them.