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I asked if its ok to take tums (calcium carbonate) with lorazepam .5 mg...and one of ur doctors answerd to.see a psychiatrist?whyyy?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not at same time: If you're taking tums, (calcium carbonate) i'd suggest taking it at a different time than the lorazepam. There could be changes in absorption of the medicine. Also, each doctor here is an individual volunteer, and answers as s/he sees best.

Answered 8/8/2020

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