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Can i take tums while on nortriptyline for my acid reflux?

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Dr. Samuel Galima answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

There is no drug interactions between Tums (Calcium carbonate) and Nortriptyline. However, Nortriptyline by itself may cause abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, and epigastric discomfort as side effects

Answered 5/29/2022

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