2006-11-05 14:01:22 · 21 answers · asked by billy b 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Absolutely.
I ate TUMS like it was candy while I was PG.
2006-11-05 14:32:37 · answer #1 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tums, or any other antacid containing calcium carbonate (or magnesium carbonate) are fine. These antacids merely neutralize acid.
However, OTC antacids (such as Zantac) work via a different mechanism. They might be ok, but if Tums works, then stick with that.
2006-11-05 22:09:59 · answer #2 · answered by The ~Muffin~ Man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I lived on Tums when I was pregnant with my 2nd child. I think I kept heartburn 24/7. My Dr. said that it was ok. My Dr. even recommended OTC Zantac also. But before she takes anything, she should talk it over with her Dr. because her circumstances could be different. Good luck and Congrats to you and your wife!!!
2006-11-05 22:05:41 · answer #3 · answered by Crystal 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I took them when I was pregnant. Tums is the best for her. I got heartburn really bad with both of my children. Tums works well. also get her to drink Gingerale. It works well too.
Hope this helps you!
2006-11-05 22:04:39 · answer #4 · answered by SummerLovin' 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She can take tums. Preferablly at a different time then when she takes her prenatal.
Do not take any other kind of antacid.
2006-11-05 22:02:54 · answer #5 · answered by Jujube 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only Tums
2006-11-05 22:06:20 · answer #6 · answered by CHUCK 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should talk to a doctor. I was given a list of over the counter medications that are safe to take while pregnant when I was pregnant. However, I still thought it was best to talk to my doctor before I took anything.
2006-11-05 22:04:44 · answer #7 · answered by suz' 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Tums are on the pharmaceutical list of med's that you can take while pregnant.
2006-11-05 22:03:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I swear I went through a bottle a week while I was pregnant! They are safe =)
2006-11-05 22:06:12 · answer #9 · answered by Jennღ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My Dr told me to take Zantac 75, they work really fast, I highly recommend 'em!
2006-11-06 02:06:38 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋