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Is There a Problem with Interaction of Antacids and Thyroid Drugs?

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Updated December 29, 2004

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Question: Is There a Problem with Interaction of Antacids and Thyroid Drugs?
Answer: Antacids -- like Tums, or Mylanta, in liquid or tablet forms -- may delay or reduce the absorption of thyroid drugs, and therefore, should be taken at least two hours apart from when you take your thyroid hormone replacement drug.

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