Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone

Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone is a combination medicine that works as an antacid and anti-gas treatment. It is used in adults and children who are at least 12 years old to help relieve heartburn, upset stomach, or acid indigestion.

Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Your dose may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone oral suspension is usually taken between meals, at bedtime, or as directed by your doctor.

Shake the oral suspension (liquid). Measure a dose with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

You must chew the chewable tablet before you swallow it. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.

Do not take more than your recommended dose or use this medicine more often than prescribed.

An antacid is usually taken for a short time until your symptoms clear up. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks or if they get worse.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not allow the oral suspension to freeze.

Follow all instructions on the label and package.

• Use exactly as directed.
• Tell your healthcare provider if you are using other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

You should not use calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone is safe to use if you have or have ever had:

• if you are on a low-magnesium diet;
• have a medical condition or take any other medicines; or
• kidney disease.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, trouble breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects may happen more often, or you may not have any at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may happen. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone can be taken as needed. If you are following a dosing schedule and miss a dose, just skip it.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth. Do not take other medications at the same time as calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using over-the-counter medicines that may have ingredients similar to calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone.

Other drugs may impact calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone, including both prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform your doctor about all other medicines you are taking.