My vitamin C is giving me heartburn can I take Tums?

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I had my breast augmentation on February 23rd and I've have had no complications or issues. Slight discomfort with heartburn would like to take Tums but want to make sure it is ok and surgeon's office is closed today

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Hello, good afternoon. Thanks for your question. I recommend you to ask your surgeon first before taking any other medication. Remember that after surgery more than one are of your body can get sensitive.

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Tums over the counter medication is considered to be a safe medication post breast augmentation.  Best to communicate with your plastic surgeon regarding all medications.  Best of luck.

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

I recommend to my patients that they may take Tums the evening of surgery if needed. Checking with your surgeon, as you tried, is still the best option. For more information on this and similar topics, I recommend a plastic surgery Q&A book like "The Scoop On Breasts: A Plastic Surgeon Busts the Myths."

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