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A member asked:

If i took tums for reflux 10 min ago, can i take 8mg zofran for my nausea (prescribed by doc). will the tums prevent absorption or something?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

It's fine.: The Tums will not affect absorption of the Zofran. Feel free to use both of them. Good luck.

Dr Hegab agreed

Answered 2/3/2021

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

No: They don't interact, good that you asked, always exercise caution with multiple medications

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 10/22/2017

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