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Does taking antacids before or after medication prevent the meds from being absorbed into your system?

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Dr. Clarence Lyons answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It can: It depends on the contents of the antacid and the medications. But, it can for some antacids and some medications.

Answered 5/25/2013

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