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Is there an antacid that does not cause constipation?
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Magnesium Hydroxide: Magnesium hydroxide(mylanta ) causes diarrhea in some and does not cause constipation.
Answered 4/4/2018
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Antacids that: Contain aluminum or calcium may have consipation as a side effect.
Answered 2/8/2021
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My father in law is having diarrhea n constipation after chemo on Friday is it safe to take Tums (calcium carbonate) he has cll?
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I take stool softeners to deal with my constipation. The result is too many trips to the bathroom. I was told to take tums (calcium carbonate). I am not sure it works.?
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I have stomach spasms at night only when im trying to sleep. Also for 3 months I have bad gas/acid. Tums (calcium carbonate) works for a bit, docs say constipation? Why?
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