Question 1

will tums (calcium carbonate) help with constipation?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: As Tums (calcium carbonate) have calcium which when taken in excess will cause constipation.

Question 2

please explain why does calcium carbonate(tums) cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Antacids that: Contain aluminum or calcium may have constipation as a side effect.

Question 3

my father in law is having diarrhea n constipation after chemo on friday is it safe to take tums (calcium carbonate)  he has cll?

Accepted Answer

Tums (calcium carbonate): Hi, i don't think there is any interaction between Chemo medication and Tums, (calcium carbonate) so it's ok.

Question 4

am i pregnant?unprotected sex 2 months ago. had 2 periods, neg. tests been having digestion issues constipation, diarrrhea, burning tum & never hungry

Accepted Answer

Probably not: If you've had 2 negative tests there are probably other reasons why you feel this way.  Just being nervous and anxious can throw your cycle off and cause digestion issues. I'd say follow up with your doctor soon

Question 5

i take stool softeners to deal with my constipation.  the result is too many trips to the bathroom.  i was told to take tums (calcium carbonate).  i am not sure it works.?

Accepted Answer

Fiber: If stool softeners are "too" effective, i recommend a daily trial of fiber and stopping the stool softeners.

Question 6

i have stomach spasms at night only when im trying to sleep. also for 3 months i have bad gas/acid. tums (calcium carbonate) works for a bit, docs say constipation? why?

Accepted Answer

Huh?  See doc again: Could be lots of things, spasm related to dietary intake, beverages, carbonation, stress, reflux of stomach contents, etc.
Gas and acid go for esoph/stomach/duodenal problem.  Nighttime symptoms can be seen with ulcer.
Tums (calcium carbonate) antacidwhich neutralizes acid in stomach, can cause constipation. Can also stimulate production of more acid.
See your doc (or different one), needs eval.

Question 7

i recently took some ducolax stool softener for constipation and about 30 mins later took tums for heartburn. my stomach hurts so bad right now. i was able to have a bm earlier today before the tums. its not the worst pain but its definitely hurts

Accepted Answer

Exam needed: More information about your abdominal discomfort is needed in order to make a differential diagnosis. However, persistent abdominal discomfort, especially if there's associated tenderness, warrants an examination by a physician. Appendicitis is a common cause of persistent abdominal discomfort and classically localizes to the right lower abdomen which usually tender.

Question 8

i am pregnant and i am very constipated will tums help?

Accepted Answer

Tums: works as an antacid. So I don't think it will help with constipation. Eat foods rich in fiber. Stay physically active and drink lots of water. (:

Question 9

i think i passed a decidual cast,or a large part of my uterine lining.scared of pregnancy.will i have a baby if i passed that.been having monthly bleedings and dg test was neg. lower tum has been bloating.boobs bigger. stomach noises, constipated?

Accepted Answer

: You are not pregnant but you do have bleeding and other symptoms of hormonal imbalance. You should see a GYN doctor for a thorough evaluation.

Question 10

i think i passed a decidual cast,or a large part of my uterine lining.scared of pregnancy.been having monthly bleedings and dg test was neg at 5-6w then at 9-10&15w lower tum has been bloating.boobs bigger. stomach noises, constipated? had sex 20wago?

Accepted Answer

: If you had a period since your episode of sex, you are not pregnant. You may have gained weight and should reduce your intake of food to address these issues.
For healthy diet: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/., exercise 30 minutes/day, drink enough water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. 
Get HPV vaccine. Wish you good health!

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Please explain why does calcium carbonate(tums) cause constipation?

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My father in law is having diarrhea n constipation after chemo on friday is it safe to take tums (calcium carbonate) he has cll?

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Am i pregnant?unprotected sex 2 months ago. had 2 periods, neg. tests been having digestion issues constipation, diarrrhea, burning tum & never hungry

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I take stool softeners to deal with my constipation. the result is too many trips to the bathroom. i was told to take tums (calcium carbonate). i am not sure it works.?

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I have stomach spasms at night only when im trying to sleep. also for 3 months i have bad gas/acid. tums (calcium carbonate) works for a bit, docs say constipation? why?

A member asked:

I recently took some ducolax stool softener for constipation and about 30 mins later took tums for heartburn. my stomach hurts so bad right now. i was able to have a bm earlier today before the tums. its not the worst pain but its definitely hurts

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I am pregnant and i am very constipated will tums help?

A member asked:

I think i passed a decidual cast,or a large part of my uterine lining.scared of pregnancy.will i have a baby if i passed that.been having monthly bleedings and dg test was neg. lower tum has been bloating.boobs bigger. stomach noises, constipated?

A member asked:

I think i passed a decidual cast,or a large part of my uterine lining.scared of pregnancy.been having monthly bleedings and dg test was neg at 5-6w then at 9-10&15w lower tum has been bloating.boobs bigger. stomach noises, constipated? had sex 20wago?

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