Is it safe to take antacids everyday

Antacids help to treat heartburn (indigestion). They work by neutralizing the stomach acid that causes heartburn.

You can buy many antacids without a prescription.

Liquid forms work faster, but you may prefer tablets because they are easy to use.

All antacids work equally well, but they can cause different side effects.

Why antacids are taken before meal

If you use antacids often and have problems with side effects, talk with your health care provider.

Antacids are a good treatment for heartburn that occurs once in a while. Take antacids about 1 hour after eating or when you have heartburn.

If you are taking them for symptoms at night, do not take them with food.

Antacids cannot treat more serious problems, such as appendicitis, a stomach ulcer, gallstones, or bowel problems. Talk to your provider if you have:

• Pain or symptoms that do not get better with antacids
• Symptoms every day or at night
• Nausea and vomiting
• Bleeding in your bowel movements or darkened bowel movements
• Bloating or cramping
• Pain in your lower belly, on your side, or in your back
• Diarrhea that is severe or does not
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