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Can i give my 2 (almost 3) yo adult extra strength tums (750 ca carbonate) for upset stomach/gas pain? if so, what dosage is acceptable (28lbs)?
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Do not use: Do not use Adult Extra Strength Tums in a preschooler. There is a children's version of Tums- dosage for this age is 1/2 chewable tab maximum 2 tabs in 24 hours.
Answered 4/10/2017
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