TUMS E-X

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Generic Name for TUMS E-X

Calcium, elemental (as carbonate) 300mg; chew tabs; wintergreen, assorted berry, fresh blend, assorted fruit, or tropical fruit flavors.

Legal Classification:

OTC

Manufacturer of TUMS E-X

GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals

Indications for TUMS E-X

Calcium supplement.

Adult dose for TUMS E-X

Chew 2 tabs twice daily.

Children's dosing for TUMS E-X

Not recommended.

Also:

Precautions for TUMS E-X

Hypoparathyroidism. Assure adequate Vit. D intake.

Interactions for TUMS E-X

Calcium blocks absorption of tetracyclines. May affect absorption of other drugs. Absorption blocked by corticosteroids, foods such as rhubarb, spinach, bran.

Adverse Reactions for TUMS E-X

Hypercalcemia, hypercalciuria.

How is TUMS E-X supplied?

Tums—12, 36, 75, 150
E-X—8, 24, 48, 96
E-X (tropical fruit)—250
E-X Sugar Free—48, 96
Ultra—36, 72
Quik Pak—24

Related Disease:

Calcium supplement
Vitamins and minerals

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