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Calcium carbonate

Calcium carbonate is an antacid which is a kind of anti-ulcer drug (gastroenterology drug).
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgereviewed this
Internal Medicine 39 years experience
Drug Class

Antacid

BrandsTums, Os cal

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Nausea

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