SAFE
Calcium silicate
Calcium silicate (E552)
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Excipients & Additives
PubMed Studies
62
PubChem CID
About
Inorganic calcium-silicon salt used as anti-caking agent and tablet excipient. E552. Poorly absorbed. Safe for food and pharmaceutical applications.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Very safe at excipient quantities. Drug adsorption potential — separate from medications. No significant toxicity concerns.
🏷️ Other Names
Calcium silicate (E552)