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Re: Tums
As with any drug, whether prescription or OTC, there can be side-effects, including GI symptoms, though not everyone will have side-effects. Also as with any drug, long-term vs. short-term use can increase the likelihood of problems. As long as you take Tums in moderation -- e.g., only as needed -- you're probably OK. You should always mention OTC drugs you're taking to your doctors.
If your illness was preceded by use of a medication, e.g., an antibiotic, please fill out an FDA Adverse Event Report at http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/default.htm
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Re: Tums
There was a report actually that said that calcium was implicated with c difficile.
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318375.php
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318375.php
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Re: Tums
Though I can't comment knowledgeably on a possible link between calcium and C. difficile, I don't think a couple of weeks of a Tums-like product containing calcium would predispose you to C. diff. As with most drugs, whether prescription or OTC, it's regular, long-term use that poses whatever risks there might be. Two weeks isn't long-term. Long-term would be months-to-years.
If your illness was preceded by use of a medication, e.g., an antibiotic, please fill out an FDA Adverse Event Report at http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/default.htm
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Re: Tums
Thank you all very much. I feel better... :-)
While my body is trying to adjust to the antidepressant the Stomach Comforts help to get thru the night if it flares up. I will try to limit its use though to just one when needed. If this continues for another couple of weeks I will either have to switch to another antidepressant or just taper off all together. Thanks again you guys are great!
While my body is trying to adjust to the antidepressant the Stomach Comforts help to get thru the night if it flares up. I will try to limit its use though to just one when needed. If this continues for another couple of weeks I will either have to switch to another antidepressant or just taper off all together. Thanks again you guys are great!
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