Hyperacidity, GERD, and ulcers:
Indications for: TUMS SUGAR FREE
Acid indigestion, heartburn, upset or sour stomach.
Adults and Children:
<12yrs: not recommended. ≥12yrs: 2–4 chew tabs as symptoms occur; max 10 chew tabs per 24hrs. Pregnancy: max 6 chew tabs per 24hrs.
TUMS SUGAR FREE Warnings/Precautions:
Hypoparathyroidism.
TUMS SUGAR FREE Classification:
Antacid.
TUMS SUGAR FREE Interactions:
Calcium blocks absorption of tetracyclines. May affect absorption of other drugs. Absorption blocked by corticosteroids, foods such as rhubarb, spinach, bran.
Adverse Reactions:
Hypercalcemia, hypercalciuria.
Generic Drug Availability:
Extra, Ultra (YES); Smoothies, Sugar free, Quik Pak (NO)
How Supplied:
Chew tabs (500mg)—contact supplier; Smoothies—60, 108; Extra—96; Sugar Free—80; Ultra—12, 56, 72, 160
Vitamins, minerals, supplements:
Indications for: TUMS SUGAR FREE
Calcium supplement.
Adult Dosage:
Chew 2 tabs twice daily.
TUMS SUGAR FREE Warnings/Precautions:
Hypoparathyroidism. Assure adequate Vit. D intake.
TUMS SUGAR FREE Classification:
Antacid.
TUMS SUGAR FREE Interactions:
Calcium blocks absorption of tetracyclines. May affect absorption of other drugs. Absorption blocked by corticosteroids, foods such as rhubarb, spinach, bran.
Adverse Reactions:
Hypercalcemia, hypercalciuria.
Note:
Formerly known under the brand name Tums.
Generic Drug Availability:
Extra, Ultra (YES); Smoothies, Sugar free, Quik Pak (NO)
How Supplied:
Chew tabs (500mg)—contact supplier; Smoothies—60, 108; Extra—96; Sugar Free—80; Ultra—12, 56, 72, 160
