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

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

Answered 2/27/2020

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