are tums as good as zantac?
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Zantac 75 (ranitidine) is an effective and inexpensive medicine for hearburn with few side effects, but may interfere with other drugs. Relieves heartburn. Tums (Calcium carbonate) gives quick relief for heartburn, but does not last all day.
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Tums are considered generally safe during pregnancy, and they can also provide additional calcium to pregnant women. However, it is still important to speak with a physician before taking Tums. While Tums is considered generally safe during pregnancy, Alka Seltzer may not be.
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TUMS® are intended to be chewed and swallowed but they come in different forms and strengths, so you should always follow the dosing directions on the the specific TUMS® product label you are using.
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Protonix and Zantac belong to different drug classes. Protonix is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) and Zantac is a H2 (histamine-2) receptor blocker. Protonix is available by prescription while Zantac is available over-the-counter (OTC) and as a generic.
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Nexium (esomeprazole) gives you long-lasting heartburn relief but has some risks if used long term. Relieves heartburn. Tums (Calcium carbonate) gives quick relief for heartburn, but does not last all day. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other medicines if you need additional relief.
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Anything that lowers the acid level in your stomach will ease the pain of your ulcer. Antacid tablets such as Tums work well, as do over-the-counter drugs such as Zantac and Tagamet that actually prevent the release of acid. If you take tablets for two weeks or more and still have pain, see your doctor.
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Tums (Calcium carbonate) gives quick relief for heartburn, but does not last all day. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other medicines if you need additional relief. Alka-Seltzer (aspirin / citric acid / sodium bicarbonate) provides quick relief for heartburn, upset stomach, headaches, and general pain.
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Purpose: Antacid. All varieties of TUMS® Extra Strength 750 & Extra Strength Sugar Free are Gluten Free & Kosher Pareve. Each tablet contains: elemental calcium 300mg, sodium 2mg.
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The drugs are in different drug classes. Zantac is a H2 (histamine-2) and Prilosec (omeprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). Both Zantac and Prilosec are available over-the-counter (OTC) and in generic form.
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Unless directed by your doctor, you shouldn't take OTC Zantac for longer than two weeks. If you take Zantac for stomach ulcers, it might take up to eight weeks before an ulcer heals. You should keep using the medication as your doctor prescribes and tell your doctor if your symptoms don't improve after six weeks.
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Relieves heartburn and indigestion. Prilosec (omeprazole) lasts longer (up to 72 hours) than other classes of acid reducers (like Zantac, Pepcid, or Tums). Only take once or twice daily. Can take together with a quick-acting antacid (like Maalox or Tums) for quick relief.
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You can usually get relief from an antacid, like Rolaids or Tums, or an H2 blocker, such as Pepcid AC or Zantac.
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Pepcid (famotidine) and Zantac (ranitidine hydrochloride) are H2-blockers used to treat and prevent recurrence of stomach and duodenal ulcers. Pepcid is also useful in managing heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.
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Aciphex is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) and Zantac is a H2 (histamine-2) receptor blocker. Zantac is available over-the-counter (OTC) and as a generic. Side effects of Aciphex and Zantac that are similar include diarrhea, headache, and sleep problems (insomnia).
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['Azatadine (Optimine and others)', 'Chlorpheniramine (Chlortimeton and others)', 'Clemastine (Contac, Tavist and others)', 'Cimetidine (Tagamet)', 'Famotidine (Pepcid)', 'Nizatadine (Axid)', 'Ranitidine (Zantac)', 'Amitriptyline (Elavil and others)']
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Pepcid (Famotidine) works well for heartburn but may not last as long or start working as quickly as other antacids. Treats heartburn and excess release of stomach acid. Prilosec (omeprazole) gives you long-lasting heartburn relief but has some risks if used long term.
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If you are treating an ulcer, Zantac may take up to 8 weeks for the ulcer to heal. You should notice improvement within 6 weeks. If you are taking Zantac for gastric reflux you should notice improvement within 1 to 2 weeks. If you are taking Zantac for heartburn you should notice improvement within 24 hours.