Professional Labeling:    Indicated for the symptomatic relief of hyperacidity associated with the diagnosis of peptic ulcer, gastritis, peptic esophagitis, gastric hyperacidity, and hiatal hernia.

Indications:    For fast relief of acid indigestion, heartburn, sour stomach, and upset stomach associated with these symptoms.

Active Ingredient:

Tums, Calcium Carbonate 500 mg

Tums E-X, Calcium Carbonate 750 mg

Tums ULTRA, Calcium Carbonate 1000 mg

Actions:    Tums provides rapid neutralization of stomach acid. Each Tums tablet has an acid-neutralizing capacity (ANC) of 10 mEq. Each Tums E-X tablet has an ANC of 15 mEq and each Tums ULTRA tablet, an ANC of 20 mEq. This high neutralization capacity makes Tums tablets an ideal antacid for management of conditions associated with hyperacidity. It effectively neutralizes free acid yet does not cause systemic alkalosis in the presence of normal renal function. A double-blind placebo-controlled clinical study demonstrated that calcium carbonate taken at a dosage of 16 Tums tablets daily for a two-week period was non-constipating/non-laxative.

Warnings:

   Tums: Do not take more than 15 tablets in a 24-hour period or use the maximum dosage of this product for more than 2 weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a physician. If symptoms persist for 2 weeks, stop using this product and see a physician. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.

Tums E-X:   Do not take more than 10 tablets 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 physician. If symptoms persist for two weeks, stop using this product and see a physician. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.

Additionally, for Tums Ex Sugar Free: Phenylketonurics:   Contains phenylalanine, less than 1 mg per tablet.

Tums ULTRA:   Do not take more than 7 tablets in 24-hour period or use the maximum dosage of this product for more than two weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a physician. If symptoms persist for two weeks, stop using and see a physician. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.

Drug Interaction Precaution: Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs. If you are presently taking a prescription drug, do not take this product without checking with your physician or other health professional.

Dosage and Administration:

Tums:   Chew 2-4 tablets as symptoms occur. Repeat hourly if symptoms return, or as directed by physician.

Tums E-X:   Chew 2-4 tablets as symptoms occur. Repeat hourly if symptoms return, or as directed by a physician.

Tums ULTRA:   Chew 2-3 tablets as symptoms occur. Repeat hourly if symptoms return, or as directed by a physician.

AS A DIETARY SUPPLEMENT:

Calcium Supplement Directions

Tums, Tums E-X, & Tums ULTRA:

USES: As a daily source of extra calcium.

Tums is recommended by the National Osteoporosis Foundation.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON OSTEOPOROSIS:    Research shows that certain ethnic, age and other groups are at higher risk for developing osteoporosis, including Caucasian and Asian teen and young adult women, menopausal women, older persons and those persons with a family history of fragile bones.

A balanced diet with enough calcium and regular exercise throughout life will help you to build and maintain healthy bones and may reduce your risk of developing osteoporosis. Adequate calcium intake is important, but daily intakes above 2,000 mg are not likely to provide any additional benefit.

DIRECTIONS:    Chew 2 tablets twice daily.

Supplement Facts
Serving Size Tums
2 Tablets
Tums E-X
2 Tablets
Tums E-X
Sugar Free
2 Tablets
Tums Ultra
2 Tablets
                    Amount Per Serving
5 10 5 10
Sorbitol (g)
-- -- 1 --
Sugars (g)
1 2 -- 3
Calcium (mg)
400 600 600 800
   % Daily Value
40 60 60 80
Sodium (mg)
-- 5 -- 10
   % Daily Value
-- <1% -- <1%

Ingredients (all variants except sugar free):    Sucrose, Corn Starch, Talc, Mineral Oil, Flavors (natural and/or artificial), Sodium Polyphosphate. May also contain 1% or less of Adipic Acid, Blue 1 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake, Yellow 5 Lake, Red 40 Lake.

Ingredients (Sugar Free):    Sorbitol, Acacia, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Calcium Stearate, Adipic Acid, Yellow 6 Lake, Aspartame.

How Supplied:

Tums: Peppermint flavor is available in 12-tablet rolls, 3-roll wraps, and bottles of 75, 150, and 180. Assorted Flavors (Cherry, Lemon, Orange, and Lime), are available in 12-tablet rolls, 3-roll wraps, and bottles of 75, 150, and 320.

Tums E-X: Wintergreen 3-roll wraps and bottles of 48, 96, and 116.

Tums E-X: Assorted Fruit, Assorted Tropical Fruit, and Assorted Berries, Fresh Blend 8 tablet rolls, 3-roll wraps, 6-roll wraps, and bottles of 48, 96, and 116. Assorted Tropical Fruit and Assorted Berries are also available in bottles of 200 tablets.

Tums EX Sugar Free:   Orange Cream; bottles of 48 and 80 tablets.

Tums ULTRA: Assorted Berries, and Spearmint bottles of 160 tablets. Assorted Fruit and Assorted Mint bottles of 36, 72, and 86 tablets. Assorted Fruit also available in bottles of 160 tablets. Tropical Fruit bottles of 160 tablets.

PRODUCT PHOTO(S):

NOTE: These photos can be used only for identification by shape, color, and imprint. They do not depict actual or relative size.

The product samples shown here have been supplied by the manufacturer and reproduced in full color by PDR as a quick-reference identification aid. While every effort has been made to assure accurate reproduction, please remember that any visual identification should be considered preliminary. In cases of poisoning or suspected overdosage, the drug's identity should be verified by chemical analysis.

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