# antacids
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**antacids**
Therapeutic Class: Antiulcer agents (peptic, gastric, or duodenal ulcers) & decrease gastric acid
Forms- PO- tablets, chewable tabs, suspensions, capsules, gum tablets, and lozenges
Calcium carbonate (Tums)
Side effects- constipation
Monitor abdomen- inspect and auscultate bowel sounds
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