Magnesium antacids are commonly found in products that also contain other ingredients, such as aluminum hydroxide, calcium carbonate, and/or simethicone. Some magnesium forms are used as laxatives ...

This month we feature chemicals that have important applications in industry and the lab.—Ed. Calcium carbonate (CaCO 3) is a natural product found in many settings, including the minerals aragonite 1 ...

My grandchild of 2 and a half years has a milk allergy and drinks rice milk. Someone suggested using Tums antacid for Kids as a calcium supplement. Is that a safe alternative? What about Isomil ...

Tums aren't the only common household essential that nutritionally benefit garden plants. Another traditional method for adding calcium to soil is crumbling up eggshells. Roughly 95% of an eggshell is ...

Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) and Tums (calcium carbonate) are two popular over-the-counter (OTC) medications that treat acid reflux, indigestion, upset stomach, and related symptoms. However, ...

Promacta (eltrombopag) is a brand-name drug prescribed for certain blood conditions. Promacta has interactions with some supplements and drugs. Examples include some antacids and certain statins.

Medically reviewed by Lindsay Cook, PharmD Several available over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription drugs can help manage ...

All three main products in the Gaviscon range contain a combination of alginates and antacids as their active ingredients, and come in both liquid and tablet form. The difference is the number of ...

Interaction explained: Antacids usually contain minerals such as aluminum, calcium, or magnesium. If taken at the same time as doxycycline, these minerals can interfere with how well your body ...

Maximum dose is 16 tablets/day. For pregnant woman maximum dose is 7 tabs/day. How should Calcium Carbonate be taken? It comes as a tablet, liquid to take by mouth, after meals.