He has an upset stomach, and we really don't have anything else in the house to give him right now. He says he doesn't have to poop, just that his belly hurts. Would this be okay to give him one?
2007-01-16 13:29:24 · 10 answers · asked by One Race The Human Race 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
There is nothing on the package saying not to. Meaning, there is no ages listed for dosage.
2007-01-16 13:30:44 · update #1
THANKS everyone! We gave him One. We watched him while he chewed it, and he feels much better! Thanks Again!
2007-01-16 14:07:15 · update #2
Yes, a toddler over the age of two can have Tums. Kids that can't have milk are fed tums for the calcium. It's okay.
Read this:http://www.drgreene.org/body.cfm?xyzpdqabc=0&id=21&action=detail&ref=977
Also gas drops are great for gassy babies, and Pepto has a kids chewable that's bubblegum flavored. My son is 3.5 and we use drops and pepto.
Good luck and I hope he feels better soon!
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He has an upset stomach, and we really don't have anything else in the house to give him right now. He says he doesn't have to poop, just that his belly hurts. Would this be okay to give him one?
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No question is a stupid question, if you need to know something, you should always ask. Most children are better off to get their calcium met through their diet in the form of dairy products and vegetables. Some good sources are Milk, cheese, yogurt, even ice cream in moderation. Then dark, leafy green vegetables such as spinach, turnip greens, etc. are another good source of vitamin D. Never give your child ANY medication without consulting with his doctor first. Even over-the-counter medications that appear harmless, if given to a child too young, may cause health problems.
2016-04-06 22:56:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tums is made up of calcium carbonate and is perfectly safe for everyone. As for dosage... hmmm... well I would call your pharmacist and ask.
Obviously make it into a form he can take, but I am sure at 3 years he understands chewing.
2007-01-16 13:46:47 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Not whole because they're round and could get caught in his throught. Cut the tums in half before you give it to him.
2007-01-16 13:36:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Mine ate them everytime I did when I was pregnant (he was 3 at the time) he thinks they taste good. All they are is calcium carbonate.
2007-01-16 13:33:06 · answer #8 · answered by Heather Y 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I don't think I would give it to him. If you have any soft drinks in the house - give that to him at room temperature. 7 up or Sprite works best and will bring the gas off his stomach. I would monitor him closely - there might be something more serious going on.
2007-01-16 13:39:02 · answer #9 · answered by Sue T 2 · 0⤊ 4⤋
I dont think so. I would call your family doctor or pharmacy for more info.
2007-01-16 14:34:18 · answer #10 · answered by Craig and Malinda 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋