NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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How should calcium carbonate be taken to enhance its absorption?

With meals
On an empty stomach
With water only
Without food

The correct answer is: With meals

Calcium carbonate should be taken with meals to enhance its absorption. When taken with food, particularly meals containing some fats, the stomach produces more acid which helps in the breakdown of calcium carbonate for better absorption in the intestines. Taking calcium carbonate on an empty stomach may lead to reduced absorption as there is less acid present in the stomach to aid in the breakdown process. Taking it with water only or without food might not provide the optimal conditions for calcium carbonate absorption.