MSN: Pepto-Bismol vs. Tums: How Do They Compare for an Upset Stomach? Pepto-Bismol treats both upset stomach and diarrhea, but Tums does not.
Pepto-Bismol is not safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women, while Tums is safe. Tums is available in multiple strengths and ... Antacids like Maalox or Mylanta and acid-suppressing drugs may relieve symptoms by buffering or decreasing acidity, but do not address the underlying cause of gastritis. The diet I developed called ...
gastritis and tums, Q: Many years ago, I was diagnosed with gastritis. I practice prevention in my diet and have not had an ulcer yet. But it flares up in the spring and fall. Are the treatment and medications different ... Gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining.
gastritis and tums, The stomach lining is a mucus-lined barrier that protects the stomach wall. Weaknesses or injury to the barrier allows digestive juices to damage and inflame the stomach lining. Several diseases and conditions can increase the risk of gastritis. What is gastritis? Gastritis is inflammation in the lining of your stomach. This lining (a soft tissue called mucosa) protects your stomach from the acids, enzymes and microorganisms that pass through it every day.
Gastritis happens when your immune system detects a threat to this barrier. Gastritis is when your stomach lining gets red and swollen (inflamed). Your stomach lining is strong. In most cases acid does not hurt it.
