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Is it important to suck and dissolve tums slowly in mouth (for acidity)or can these also be crushed and swollowed with water?
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Tums: Actually, the best way to take Tums is just to chew it well, and then swallow it. No need to use water, which might dilute it, and no need to dissolve it. Fortunately, it tastes good. Good luck.
Answered 5/22/2017
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