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On 10/09/2017 at 9:12 PM, StringJunky said:

You can get combined aluminium-magnesium antacids that apparently reduce the incidence of constipation and diarrhoea but I definitely wouldn't go self-medicating and experimenting with combining different preparations.  Chronic heartburn or GERD shouldn't be treated lightly because it can lead to Barrett's Oesophagus  which can lead to oesophogeal cancer if ignored for a long time. In a nutshell, one should go to a doctor and get diagnosed and prescribed properly... because you are worth it.

Hi StringJunky,

Thank you for your response. I didn't know they sold aluminium-magnesium antacids with such health effects. It is truly interesting. I also appreciate the extra information on Barrett's Oesophagus.

On 10/09/2017 at 8:10 PM, Area54 said:

Although you have posted this in Organic Chemistry it is really a health question. It is generally not considered a good idea to seeks answers to medical questions on an internet forum. I would suggest you treat any replies you receive cautiously. For one thing, I suspect the effects could vary significantly between individuals.

On 12/09/2017 at 11:21 AM, zapatos said:

"Not considered a good idea" by whom? Is there any member of this forum who doesn't use the internet to look for answers when they have health questions? Even doctors use Google and internet forums when seeking answers to medical questions.

There is a big difference between asking questions about side effects of antacids, and which treatment an individual. should follow to treat their Crohn's disease. We should remember to keep things in perspective.

Hi Area54 and zapatos, 

I appreciate the concern and care. I will be more mindful in where I post these questions. I had the intention of finding out the answer to my question because I was studying organic chemistry recently. No worries, I will not do any experimenting on myself anytime soon

Hi, 

I would like to ask whether anyone has expertise on the topic of antacids and side-effects. I was wondering what would happen if you take magnesium-based antacids and aluminium-based antacids at the same time. Would there be a clash in side-effects of diarrhoea and constipation or whichever is higher in content? What happens if they're the same content and orally taken.

Regards,