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Calcium carbonate with magnesium overdose


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Definition

The combination of calcium carbonate and magnesium is commonly found in antacids, which are medicines that provide heartburn relief.

Calcium carbonate with magnesium overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of a substance containing these ingredients.

This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.

See also: Calcium carbonate overdose


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, including the following brands:

  • Maalox
  • Mylanta
  • Rolaids
  • Tums

Note: This list may not be all-inclusive.



Review Date: 10/02/2009
Reviewed By: Jacob L. Heller, MD, MHA, Emergency Medicine, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, Washington. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).




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