Question 1

is it safe to take 1-3 tums everyday?

Accepted Answer

: Yes. If you are dealing with stomach acid issues you should consider avoiding caffeine or nicotine or laying down after meals. If this is a constant issue over the counter acid reducers like omeprazole can be taken daily.

Question 2

is it okay to take tums after ibuprofen?

Accepted Answer

: Yes.

Question 3

can you take antacids/tums with suboxone?

Accepted Answer

You may: You may take antacids with your medication. It would be prudent to inform your doctor of all the medications, including over the counter and herbals that you take, preferably before taking those.
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Question 4

hi i took tums chewy bites like 20 mins ago, can i still take lorazepam?

Accepted Answer

Goals?: There is no known interaction between tums and lorazepam. All meds should be taken with clear goals and stopped as soon as effects are controlled through lifestyle changes.

Question 5

i take.5 mgs of klodopin in morning around 10:30 am. it's 7 pm and want to take a tums for acid idegestion is this safe?

Accepted Answer

: I see no problem with this combination as the klonopin's absorption won't be  interfered with by taking Tums too close to taking the klonopin. Allow at least 2 hours before or after taking Tums before you take other medications.

Question 6

can i take tums with simithicone that expired 5 months ago? having bad symptoms but cannot but new until the store opens?

Accepted Answer

: The "use by" or expiration date of these products is the last date the manufacturer assures full potency. This does not turn toxic at that point. You can use it as needed but it may not be as helpful. I would in that setting.

Question 7

can i take tums and nexium (esomeprazole)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: These can work together to relieve symptoms of stomach acidity, esophageal reflux and gerd.  They do not interfere with the action of each other.

Question 8

can i take nexium (esomeprazole) 40mg and tums?

Accepted Answer

Yes: These are effective adjuncts for stomach acidity and for gerd.  They do not interfere with each other and can be taken together.

Question 9

can you take tums while on coumadin (warfarin)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Tums are calcium which does not interfere with coumadin (warfarin).

Question 10

is it ok to take tums if i'm taking prednisone?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, you can do that.

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