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Are tums (calcium carbonate) a good calcium supplement?

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Yes: Tum's can be used as a calcium supplement. The tum's smoothies taste better than the other tum's.

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Answered 3/10/2020

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Dr. Tod Haller answered

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Depends: Depends on any medications you take which should not be mixed with Tums (calcium carbonate) or other abdominal medical conditions you have.

Answered 2/18/2015

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