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Antacid Childrens (CALCIUM CARBONATE)

Antacid Childrens (CALCIUM CARBONATE) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Antacid Childrens; Generic name: CALCIUM CARBONATE; Manufacturer: CVS Pharmacy.

Brand nameAntacid Childrens
Generic nameCALCIUM CARBONATE
ManufacturerCVS Pharmacy
Used forUses relieves: heartburn acid indigestion sour stomach upset stomach associated with these symptoms
DosageDirections find the right dose on chart below based on weight (preferred); otherwise use age chew or crush tablets completely before swallowing; do not swallow tablets whole repeat dose as needed do not take more than 3 chewable tablets (ages 2-5) or 6 chewable tablets (ages 6-11) in a 24-hour period, or use the maximum dosage of this product for more than two weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a doctor Dosing Chart Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (chewable tablets) under 24 under 2 ask
WarningsWarnings Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is presently taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms last more than two weeks. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.
Active ingredient(s)Active ingredient (in each chewable tablet) Calcium carbonate 400 mg
RouteORAL
Official labelhttps://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=08953df1-cc29-452f-bc69-b19970a1fd2e

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