In most cases, no, according toWebMD.

First, it helps to understand what antacids are.

Symptoms often includeheartburn, indigestion, oracid reflux.

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“They are not intended for daily and ongoing use,” Glatter said.

The medicine can also affect the pH in your bloodstream, affecting your breathing.

Osteoporosis can develop from aluminum antacids while kidney stones can also occur with use of calcium-based antacids.

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