Calcium oxalate , 500gm

Calcium oxalate is a calcium salt of oxalic acid with the chemical formula CaC2O4 or Ca(COO)2. It forms hydrates CaC2O4·nH2O, where n varies from 1 to 3. Anhydrous and all hydrated forms are colorless or white. The monohydrate CaC2O4·H2O occurs naturally as the mineral whewellite, forming envelope-shaped crystals, known in plants as raphides. The two rarer hydrates are dihydrate CaC2O4·2H2O, which occurs naturally as the mineral weddellite, and trihydrate CaC2O4·3H2O, which occurs naturally as the mineral caoxite, are also recognized.

Calcium oxalate is a common substance found in the body and in nature. It is the most common component of kidney stones, and it can also form deposits in other parts of the body, such as the bladder, ureters, and urethra.

There are a number of factors that can increase the risk of calcium oxalate kidney stones, including:

• High intake of oxalate-rich foods, such as spinach, rhubarb, and beets
• Low fluid intake
• Family history of kidney stones
• Certain medical conditions, such as hyperparathyroidism and ileostomy

If you are at risk of calcium oxalate kidney stones, there are a number of things you can do to reduce your risk, such as:

• Drinking plenty of fluids
• Limiting your intake of oxalate-rich foods
• Taking medications to increase urine output or lower oxalate levels

If you have a kidney stone, your doctor may recommend treatment to help pass the stone or to prevent future stones.

Here are some additional information about calcium oxalate:

• It is a white, odorless, and tasteless substance.
• It is insoluble in water, but it can dissolve in solutions of acids or alkalis.
• It is a natural component of many plants, including spinach, rhubarb, and beets.
• It is also found in some animals, such as snails and insects.
• Calcium oxalate is used in a variety of industrial applications, such as making glass and ceramics.