Tums Antacid Strength
The combination of calcium carbonate and magnesium is commonly found in antacids, which are medicines that provide heartburn relief.
Calcium carbonate with magnesium overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of a substance containing these ingredients.
This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local...
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