How much calcium could cause kidney stones?

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Dr Hema Pratima

General Practitioner

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9+ Yrs

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The recommended calcium intake to prevent calcium stones is 1000-1200 mg per day. If you exceed the recommended calcium intake then it could cause kidney stones.

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Take a THYROID STIMULATING HORMONE (TSH) Test or Take a CYCLOSPORINE LEVEL Test

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