Calcium Excess (Hypercalcemia): Prevention

To prevent hypercalcemia, attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors.

Behavioral risk factors

  • Physical activity
    • Immobilization

Medication

  • Calcium-containing antacids
  • Vitamin D supplements
  • Vitamin A supplements
  • Antiestrogens (tamoxifen)
  • Thiazides (reduce the excretion of calcium).
  • Lithium