calcium carbonate + light magnesium carbonate + sodium hydrogen carbonate at a glance
Medicine class
Antacid
Usual role
Relief of indigestion, heartburn, dyspepsia and flatulence caused by gastric acidity
Form
Chewable tablet that can be sucked slowly or chewed
Availability
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What is calcium carbonate + light magnesium carbonate + sodium hydrogen carbonate used for?
The selected product relieves symptoms of excess stomach acid.
Acid indigestion
Heartburn
Dyspepsia
Flatulence or trapped wind associated with indigestion
How does calcium carbonate + light magnesium carbonate + sodium hydrogen carbonate work?
The three alkaline salts react with hydrochloric acid in the stomach. This raises gastric pH and reduces acid-related irritation; some reactions produce carbon dioxide.
How to take calcium carbonate + light magnesium carbonate + sodium hydrogen carbonate
Suck the selected tablet slowly or chew it, following the pack leaflet. It is not recommended for children under 12 years. Persistent symptoms require medical review.
Check the product leaflet before use.
Keep the tablets out of children's reach.
calcium carbonate + light magnesium carbonate + sodium hydrogen carbonate side effects
Common or expected effects
- Constipation from the calcium salts
- Diarrhoea from the magnesium salts
- Temporary rebound acidity after prolonged use
calcium carbonate + light magnesium carbonate + sodium hydrogen carbonate in pregnancy
The selected product should not be taken during the first three months of pregnancy. Professional advice is needed before considering it later in pregnancy.
calcium carbonate + light magnesium carbonate + sodium hydrogen carbonate while breastfeeding
Calcium carbonate, magnesium salts and sodium bicarbonate are considered compatible with breastfeeding. Infant monitoring is not usually required for full-term, healthy infants; individual assessment matters if the infant was premature or is unwell.
calcium carbonate + light magnesium carbonate + sodium hydrogen carbonate interactions
Antacids can bind other medicines or alter conditions in the gut, reducing absorption.
Tetracycline antibiotics
Absorption may be reduced; ask a pharmacist or prescriber about separating administration.
Iron salts and supplements
Absorption may be reduced; ask a pharmacist or prescriber about separating administration.
Common questions about calcium carbonate + light magnesium carbonate + sodium hydrogen carbonate
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What is it used for?
It relieves acid-related indigestion, heartburn, dyspepsia and flatulence.
Should the tablets be chewed?
The selected tablets should be sucked slowly or chewed, following the pack leaflet.
Can children take it?
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