Question 1

can you take tums (calcium carbonate) with pepto bismol?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pepto-bismol ; Tums (calcium carbonate) don’t interact per drug interactions checker.

Question 2

i just took tums (calcium carbonate) about an hour ago and i feel nausead can i take pepto. i have flu like sytoms since sunday?

Accepted Answer

Virus: It's ok to take peptobismol but be aware that it may make your stools black. For persistent nausea, drink flat ginger ale and try eating lightly with soups and crackers like saltines.

Question 3

i just started weekly b-12 shots for severely low b-12 numbers. i have acid reflux. is it ok to take tums (calcium carbonate) or pepto bismol while getting the injections?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: The injection bypasses the gastrointestinal tract.

Question 4

why do i get nausea every night? me and my body are getting tired of having to take pepto bismol or tums (calcium carbonate) to deal with it, just to sleep. :(

Accepted Answer

Gastritis or GERD: I suspect you may have either gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining) or gerd (gastroesophageal reflux disease or acid reflux).  Diet (caffeine, chocolate, alcohol), tobacco, medications (ibuprofen for example), and infections (h. Pylori) can all be possible causes for the inflammation.  I would suggest you see your primary care doctor to discuss symptoms and possible treatment options.

Question 5

can i take tums (calcium carbonate) if i've taken pepto and prilosec tonight? i have acid reflux and have had worse bloating today than normal. i take prilosec daily.

Accepted Answer

No interaction: You would not risk an interaction problem, but clearly you are having GI problems that are not being successfully treated - even symptomatically. Consider a full GI examination, Dx and treatment decisions. It might not result in clear answers, but it could and then life will be much nicer. Also, psychotherapy can help if anxiety is the cause. Best!

Question 6

im on doxycycline 100mg and klonopin 0.5mg how long after my last dose can i take pepto bismol or tums or mylanta and which is the best thank you?

Accepted Answer

: Anxiety medications like Klonopin should be managed by your Psychiatrist. If you are receiving this medication from your PCP please discuss with that Doctor. If you are not confident in your Doctor please see another for a second opinion

Question 7

what is the best medicine to take for abdominal pain that started up top and is now lower? i tried alka seltzer , pepto, stomach relief pills and tums (calcium carbonate) yet none helps.

Accepted Answer

Abd pain: At this point f/u with doctor. May be  gastritis with w/o H pylori a bacteria, may be food intolerances ,gallbladder. inflammaotry bowel, rarely Whipples, Avoid fatty foods ,smoking, caffeine, alcohol spicy foods, sodas may need prevecid or ranitidine

Question 8

how can i help stomach ache/pain from antibiotic usage? i've taken cvs brand probiotics, but no relief. can i take tums/pepto? any other suggestions?

Accepted Answer

It depends...: ...a lot on the particular antibitoic(s) you are taking. Some can be taken with food or antacids to reduced stomach upset, but there are a few for which antacids may reduce absorption and effectiveness. Also, severe pain or diarrhea could mean a serious side effect that needs treatment. Contact the doctor or clinic where the antibiotic was prescribed.

Question 9

i was wondering how i can quickly overcome this and what type of medicine would work best since i only have pepto and tums

Accepted Answer

Clear fluids diet: and use of OTC omperazole or Nexium. No solid food for 24-48hrs
Force fluids: Electrolytes rich 8-10 8 oz. glasses of Powerade, G, Vitamin water, Pedialyte and sugar water.
Avoid ALL citrus, alcohol and NSAIDS (Advil. Aspirin or Aleve)
Call physician for protracted vomiting.
Jell-O  made with Powerade, Vitamin Water, or G-OK
After 48 hrs.: soft bland diet: boiled chicken, dried tuna, mashed potato

Question 10

is pepto bismo the same as tums (calcium carbonate)?

Accepted Answer

No: The active ingredient of Tums (calcium carbonate) is Calcium Carbonate. The active ingredient of Pepto- Bismol is  Bismuth Subsalicylate. Indications for Tums (calcium carbonate) is Tums (calcium carbonate) indigestion, heart burn &amp; calcium deficiency.  Indications for Pepto Bismol is indigestion, heartburn, nausea, diarrhea &amp; upset stomach.

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Can you take tums (calcium carbonate) with pepto bismol?

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I just took tums (calcium carbonate) about an hour ago and i feel nausead can i take pepto. i have flu like sytoms since sunday?

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I just started weekly b-12 shots for severely low b-12 numbers. i have acid reflux. is it ok to take tums (calcium carbonate) or pepto bismol while getting the injections?

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Why do i get nausea every night? me and my body are getting tired of having to take pepto bismol or tums (calcium carbonate) to deal with it, just to sleep. :(

A member asked:

Can i take tums (calcium carbonate) if i've taken pepto and prilosec tonight? i have acid reflux and have had worse bloating today than normal. i take prilosec daily.

A member asked:

Im on doxycycline 100mg and klonopin 0.5mg how long after my last dose can i take pepto bismol or tums or mylanta and which is the best thank you?

A member asked:

What is the best medicine to take for abdominal pain that started up top and is now lower? i tried alka seltzer , pepto, stomach relief pills and tums (calcium carbonate) yet none helps.

A member asked:

How can i help stomach ache/pain from antibiotic usage? i've taken cvs brand probiotics, but no relief. can i take tums/pepto? any other suggestions?

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I was wondering how i can quickly overcome this and what type of medicine would work best since i only have pepto and tums

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Is pepto bismo the same as tums (calcium carbonate)?

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