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Antacid

Generic of Tums, Tums Freshers

What is Antacid used for?

This medication is used to treat symptoms caused by too much stomach acid such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion. It is an antacid that works by lowering the amount of acid in the stomach. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.

CHEMICAL NAME

Calcium Carbonate (Antacid) (KAL-see-um KAR-bo-nate)

DRUG TYPE

Misc Conditions

Antacid Prices

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Antacid Frequently Asked Questions

This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.

This drug may also be used for low blood calcium levels in people who do not get enough calcium from their diets.

IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

Antacid Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Tablet Chewable
200(500)Mg
Suspension Oral
200-200-20

Antacid Alternatives

Brand Name Examples

Generic Examples

Calcium Carbonate

Tablet Chewable, 200(500)Mg , 30 Chewable Tablets

Other forms:

Supplied As
Strength
Tablet
600 Mg-10
500(1250)
Tablet Chewable
200(500)Mg

Prices starting at

$ 7.94

Calcium Antacid

Tablet Chewable, 200(500)Mg , 30 Chewable Tablets

Prices starting at

$ 7.83

Cal-Gest

Tablet Chewable, 200(500)Mg , 30 Chewable Tablets

Prices starting at

$ 8.06

Geri-Lanta

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 200-200-20 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 9.31

Mag-Al Plus Xs

Cup, 30.0 final dose form(s) of 400-400-40 , 1 Cup

Prices starting at

$ 7.93

Antacid Maximum Strength

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 400-400-40 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 9.91

Antacid/Antigas

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 400-400-40 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 9.23

Geri-Mox

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 200-200-20 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 9.29

Mag-Al Plus

Cup, 30.0 final dose form(s) of 200-200-20 , 1 Cup

Prices starting at

$ 9.27

Almacone-2

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 400-400-40 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 10.59

Antacid Anti-Gas

Bottle, 354.0 final dose form(s) of 200-200-20 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 10.18

Mintox Maximum Strength

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 400-400-40 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 10.60

Mylanta Maximum Strength

Bottle, 100.0 final dose form(s) of 400-400-40 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 8.39

Comfort Gel

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 200-200-20 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 10.86

Antacid & Gas Relief

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 200-200-20 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 9.53

Advanced Antacid-Antigas

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 200-200-20 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 9.63

Antacid Plus Anti-Gas

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 200-200-20 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 8.72

Liquid Antacid

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 400-400-40 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 8.59

Geri-Mox Antacid-Antigas Max

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 400-400-40 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 10.03

Alum/Mag Hydroxide W/Simeth

Cup, 30.0 final dose form(s) of 200-200-20 , 1 Cup

Prices starting at

$ 7.81

Antacid M

Bottle, 355.0 final dose form(s) of 200-200-20 , 1 Bottle

Prices starting at

$ 9.65