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Cece has been taking antacids for acid indigestion nearly every day for years.She reasons that they would not be sold over-the-counter,right next to toothpaste and eyeliner,if they were not safe.Is Cece's use of antacids safe?


A) Probably not.Antacids may interact with some medications,but if Cece is not taking those,she is safe.
B) Yes.Antacids are very safe and Cece has nothing to worry about.
C) Possibly.The use of antacids for more than two weeks may mask signs of gastrointestinal bleeding or cancer.
D) No.Chronic use of antacids typically produces a paradoxical reaction that causes increases in stomach cancers.

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