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What Are The Possible Side Effects Of Antacid And Alka Seltzer?
I have problems with my bowels. It is very noisy, making all sorts of sounds. My stools vary from liquid like water to solid. The only thing which seems to hep is Antacid, Alka Seltzer. I try to take a minimum. Do you think that an extended use of that medicine is dangerous? What are the side effects?
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What Are The Possible Side Effects Of Antacid And Alka Seltzer?
Hello dear Understand your concern. I think your problem is because of irregular bowel movement /diarrhea. You should not take antacid s for long time Note the side effects of antacids: Rebound Acidity Constipation diarrhoea flatulence/indigestion Abdominal cramp vomiting Malaise Consult the gastroenterologist Do the all test like CBC, ESR, Blood sugar, Endoscopic examination, baerium meal to diagnose the GIT pathology Hope this may help you Best regards Dr. Sagar