Calcium Lactate Supplement

**Semantic type:** Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** A dietary supplement containing the calcium salt form of lactic acid, that may be used as a calcium supplement and for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Upon administration, calcium lactate supplement helps maintain calcium balance and prevent bone loss. Calcium is a major component of bone and teeth that confers bone strength and structure, and plays an important role in many physiologic functions including nerve, muscle and cardiac functions.