Question 1

how effective and safe are pepto-bismol and tums (calcium carbonate)? how do they work?

Accepted Answer

Fairly safe: Both are reasonably safe for short term use. However, long term use can lead to problems. Both work primarily by coating the stomach to help acid effects. With prolonged use the normal bacteria in the GI tract can be depleted and abnormal bacteria can overgrow. Alos prolonged use of peptobismol can cause discoloration of the intestinal tract along with elevated levels of bismuth.

Question 2

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 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

i think its possible i might have food poisoning. but i don't think anything i ate can go bad. would it be ok if i took pepto bismol or tums (calcium carbonate)?

Accepted Answer

Go ahead!: Why do you think you have food poisoning? What symptoms do you have? Taking pepto or Tums (calcium carbonate) will not do any harm but if you have no symptoms, why do you want to take these medications. It is not a good idea to take any medication, unless it is needed.

Question 5

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 6

what is more effective in easing indigestion: tums, (calcium carbonate) pepto bismol or alka selzter?

Accepted Answer

All: Depends on what your "indigestion" is. Tums (calcium carbonate) for gerd or heartburn or excess acid, pepto for upset stomach or loose stools

Question 7

what is the best otc, non-ppi antacid (i.e. malox, mylanta, pepto bismol, tums, (calcium carbonate) rolaids, etc.)?

Accepted Answer

Many work: The one that works for you.
Try each of these and see which one works well for you.  Some folks prefer tablets like Tums (calcium carbonate) and rolaids while others prefer liquids.
Try them all out. They all work.

Question 8

is pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) a type of antacid?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is a long established liquid product that aids in digestive upset.

Question 9

my stomach hurts after eating. is it better to take pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) or an antacid?

Accepted Answer

Antacid better: Personally I have never been fond of Pepto Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) mainly due to its annoying side effect of making your stools turn black which can be alarming for some people.

Question 10

i've been feeling really sick for 4 days now. nausea from morning until night, and a bit of diarrhea. i've tried tums (calcium carbonate) and pepto bismol, not helping.

Accepted Answer

Gastroenteritis. : This sounds like a case of acute gastroenteritis, either viral or food-borne.  Typically these episodes last three to five days and are treated conservatively.  Should this last longer than seven days, then you should certainly see a doctor locally for testing, just to make sure nothing else is going on.  For now, fluids and lighter fare in the diet.

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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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I think its possible i might have food poisoning. but i don't think anything i ate can go bad. would it be ok if i took pepto bismol or tums (calcium carbonate)?

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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. :(

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What is more effective in easing indigestion: tums, (calcium carbonate) pepto bismol or alka selzter?

A member asked:

What is the best otc, non-ppi antacid (i.e. malox, mylanta, pepto bismol, tums, (calcium carbonate) rolaids, etc.)?

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Is pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) a type of antacid?

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My stomach hurts after eating. is it better to take pepto bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) or an antacid?

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I've been feeling really sick for 4 days now. nausea from morning until night, and a bit of diarrhea. i've tried tums (calcium carbonate) and pepto bismol, not helping.

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