Calcium carbonate with magnesium antacid overdose
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Definition This poisoning is from taking excessive amounts of calcium carbonate with magnesium. Alternative Names Rolaids overdose; Antacids overdose Poisonous Ingredient Calcium carbonate and magnesium. Where Found Calcium carbonate with magnesium is found in many (but not all) antacids, which are products that relief heartburn. Brands that include these ingredients include Tums, Rolaids, Mylanta, and Maalox.
Review Date: 02/10/2006  advertisement
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