Calcium Carbonate 1250 mg/5mL Suspension — NDC 0121-4766-05 (Billing 00121-4766-05)
This is a package of Calcium Carbonate 1250 mg/5mL Suspension from PAI Holdings, LLC dba PAI Pharma, marketed since Dec 2004 and currently FDA-listed. It is this product's only package size.
NDC database record
One package, one record: these facts belong to NDC 0121-4766-05 alone.
- Record
- FDA NDC Directory package listing · Human OTC drug
- Code segments
- 0121 labeler · 4766 product · 05 package
- Package marketed since
- Dec 1, 2004
- Sample package
- No — commercial package
- Listing certified through
- Dec 31, 2026
- Barcode (UPC-A, from the NDC)
- 3 0121476605 9
- Medicaid fills, this package
- 116 prescriptions in the last four reported quarters
- FDA record last changed
- Jul 24, 2026
Other active recalls for Calcium Carbonate (different manufacturers) — 6 · tap to view
Identity & classification
Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package
Drug-database identifiers Medi-Span GPI and First Databank GCN / HICL / AHFS classification
- GSN (GCN sequence number): 002684
- GCN: 07872
- GPI-14 (Medi-Span): 48300010001815
- HICL (First Databank): 000581
- AHFS class code: 40:12.00.00
- RxCUI (RxNorm): 308891
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 6, 2026
- RxNorm (NLM RxNav) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- Medi-Span GPI (licensed)
- First Databank (licensed) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Calcium compounds class.
Where does this data come from?
- RxClass (NLM) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
Clinical
Calcium carbonate is a dietary supplement used when the amount of calcium taken in the diet is not enough. Calcium is needed by the body for healthy bones, muscles, nervous system, and heart. Calcium carbonate also is used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach. It is available with or without a prescription. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗- Most often it's an antacid. It relieves heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach and upset stomach tied to those symptoms. A few supplement products have other uses, like bone sup...
- What is calcium carbonate usually used for?
- You chew it when symptoms come on. Many labels say to chew or crush the tablets completely and not swallow them whole. The number of tablets varies by product, so read your label o...
- Many labels say not to use the maximum dose for more than 2 weeks unless a doctor is supervising you. If your symptoms last longer than 2 weeks, check in with your doctor.
Patient education
Supplement & herbal interactions
Some supplements/herbs that may interact with Calcium Carbonate — tap one for details:
Calcium Carbonate may be associated with lower levels of 4 nutrients — worth a chat with your pharmacist, not a cause for alarm.
Where does this data come from?
- MedlinePlus (NLM) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Ask a licensed pharmacist directly — free, answered by our team.
Pricing
A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.
| Price system | Per mL | Per package |
|---|---|---|
| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | $0.5477 | $109.54 / 200 ml |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
Where does this data come from?
- CMS NADAC weekly file
- CMS ASP pricing files · refreshed Sep 20, 2026
- CMS Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data · through Q4 2025
- CMS Part D plan pricing files · refreshed Sep 24, 2026
- VA National Acquisition Center price file
Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Marketing end | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00121-4766-05 You're viewing this Main listing | 4 TRAY in 1 CASE / 10 CUP, UNIT-DOSE in 1 TRAY / 5 mL in 1 CUP, UNIT-DOSE | 2004-12-01 | — | Active |
Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium Carbonate 1250 mg/5mL 00121-0766-16 | PAI | 12 bottles | $0.020 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Calcium Carbonate 1250 mg/5mLthis 00121-4766-05 | PAI | 10 cups | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Calcium Carbonate 1250 mg/5mL 17856-3117-03 | Atlantic | 5 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
- CMS NADAC weekly file
Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.
Where does this data come from?
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Oct 3, 2026
What it looks like
Where does this data come from?
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Inactive Ingredients / Excipients
Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.
🧪 Avoiding an ingredient? See Calcium Carbonate inactive ingredients by manufacturer: every current product's list side by side, so you can ask your pharmacy for the version that does not list it.
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UNII XF417D3PSL
Anhydrous citric acid is a sour, crystalline powder derived from citric acid with water removed. In medicines, it acts as a buffer to control pH, adds tartness to improve taste, and helps tablets disintegrate.
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A synthetic red dye derived from coal tar used as a colorant in medicines and cosmetics. It gives tablets, capsules, and liquids their red or pink appearance for identification and visual appeal.
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A synthetic red dye used to color medications and make them easier to identify. It serves as a colorant in tablets, capsules, and liquid formulations.
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Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
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Methylparaben is a preservative derived from benzoic acid that prevents growth of bacteria, fungi, and mold in medicines. It extends the product's shelf life and maintains safety during storage.
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Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
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Propylparaben is a chemical preservative used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and personal care products. It helps extend shelf life and maintain product safety during storage.
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Saccharin calcium is an artificial sweetener made from saccharin combined with calcium. It's used in medicines to make tablets or liquids taste better so they're easier to take.
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UNII 506T60A25R
Sorbitol is a natural sugar alcohol derived from glucose. It serves as a sweetener, humectant, and bulking agent in medications to improve taste and help maintain moisture in the product.
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Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.
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Xanthan gum is a thickening and stabilizing ingredient made from fermented corn or other sugars. It's added to medicines to improve texture, prevent separation of liquids and solids, and help the product stay consistent.
11 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.
Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.
Where does this data come from?
ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 6, 2026
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
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Manufacturer & labeler
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- Nystatin 100000 [USP'U]/mL Suspension NDC 0121-4810-00
- THEOPHYLLINE 80 mg/15mL Solution NDC 0121-4820-40
- OXYCODONE HYDROCHLORIDE 5 mg/5mL Solution NDC 0121-4827-40
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Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- Drugs@FDA
FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses Relieves: heartburn acid indigestion sour stomach upset stomach associated with these symptoms
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions Shake well before using. Take 1 to 2 teaspoonfuls (5 to 10 mL) as symptoms occur, or as directed by a doctor.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs. When using this product, do not take more than 6 teaspoonfuls (30 mL) in a 24-hour period or use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks. Keep out of reach of children.
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Other information store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F) do not freeze Calcium Carbonate Oral Suspension is a pink-colored, bubble gum flavored suspension supplied in the following oral dosage forms: NDC 0121-0766-16: 16 fl oz (473 mL) bottle NDC 0121-4766-05: 5 mL unit dose cup, in a tray of ten cups.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredient (in each 5 mL teaspoonful) Calcium Carbonate 1250 mg (Equivalent to 500 mg elemental Calcium)
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients calcium saccharin, citric acid, D&C Red No. 33, FD&C Red No. 40, flavoring, glycerin, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sorbitol and xanthan gum.
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Antacid
📄 Ask a Doctor or Pharmacist Before Use If ▾
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.
📄 When Using This Product ▾
When using this product, do not take more than 6 teaspoonfuls (30 mL) in a 24-hour period or use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks.
📄 Keep Out of Reach of Children ▾
Keep out of reach of children.
📄 Questions or Comments ▾
Questions or comments? Call 1-800-845-8210. You may also report serious side effects to this phone number.
📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel ▾
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 473 mL Bottle Label NDC 0121-0766-16 Quality ® Value Calcium Carbonate Oral Suspension 1250 mg/5 mL Maximum Strength ANTACID Daily source of calcium SUGAR FREE / ALCOHOL FREE SODIUM FREE 16 fl oz (473 mL) Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc. Greenville, SC 29605 Principal Display Panel - 473 mL Bottle Label
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mL Cup Tray Label Delivers 5 mL NDC 0121-4766-05 Calcium Carbonate Oral Suspension 1250 mg/5 mL (equivalent to 500 mg of elemental Calcium) ANTACID – SHAKE WELL Package Not Child-Reistant Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc. Greenville, SC 29605 SEE INSERT A0766051021 PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 5 mL Cup Tray Label
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| NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) | — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey. |
| Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data | — Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope. |
| HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk | — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal. |
| Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) | ✓ Available |