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I have been taking tums for heartburn for the past week reached limit today what can i take instead? i have been taking these for just about a week. i am currently pregnant and just need something to hold me over till monday. i am worried because the acid
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My : My advise is to contact your obstatrician prior to using any other medicine. Your baby safety is important to all of us.
Answered 10/3/2016
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