Gaviscon vs Tums

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This medication is used to treat symptoms caused by too much stomach acid such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion. It is an antacid that works by lowering the amount of acid in the stomach. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.This medication is used to treat symptoms caused by too much stomach acid such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion. It is an antacid that works by lowering the amount of acid in the stomach. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you.
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guest | 26.02.13
I have noticed a brown patch on the back of my tongue in the morning. I am also taking 1 Prednisone tablet a day.
guest | 25.09.08
I WAS NOT EVEN ABLE TO SLEEP DUE TO MY MEDICAL CONDITION,UNTILL MY PHARMACIST OF MORE THAN 20 YEARS RECOMMENDED ME TO TAKE GAVISCON EXTRA STRENGTH AS INDICATED - I WILL CONTINUE USING IT.
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mn | 10.12.13
I took this medication because of indigestion. The only concern was that the content of the calcium was carbonate. I do not want to suffer of kidney stone.
Anon | 30.12.08
A quick, simple solution to heartburn that also serves as a calcium suppliment. Also, this drug has very few side effects.