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Regular Strength Antacid 500 mg/1

Calcium carbonate · TABLET, CHEWABLE · DeMoulas Market Basket

5 Recalls on RecordCurrently in Shortage
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Regular Strength Antacid is a tablet, chewable containing calcium carbonate at 500 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by DeMoulas Market Basket.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Regular Strength Antacid
Generic Name
Calcium carbonate
NDC Code (Product)
53942-126
Manufacturer
DeMoulas Market Basket
Strength
500 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, CHEWABLE
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M001
Marketing Start
03/04/2025

Recall History

5 Recalls on Record
Class II04/16/2015

Tarmac Products, Inc.

Products failed the Antimicrobial Effectiveness Test.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II02/06/2015

Tarmac Products, Inc.

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Lots failed microbiological testing at the 12-month time point.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III08/06/2013

Novartis Consumer Health

Labeling: Incorrect Or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date: The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/16/2013

Tarmac Products, Inc. d.b.a. Axara Pharmaceuticals

Microbial Contamination of Non-Sterile Products: Lot in question had an elevated microbial count outside of specifications and E. Coli contamination.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III08/06/2013

Novartis Consumer Health

Labeling: Incorrect Or Missing Lot and/or Exp Date: The lot number and/or expiration date may be illegible on the outer plastic bottle packaging.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

fatigue4,772 reports
nausea4,208 reports
off label use4,119 reports
pain4,012 reports
dyspnoea3,804 reports
drug ineffective3,714 reports
diarrhoea3,694 reports
vomiting3,568 reports
pneumonia3,168 reports
headache3,159 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

USE(S) relieves: acid indigestion heartburn

Dosage & Administration

DIRECTIONS adults and children 12 years of age and over: chew 2-4 tablets as symptoms occur, or as directed by a doctor.

Warnings

WARNINGS .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Regular Strength Antacid used for?

Regular Strength Antacid contains Calcium carbonate. It is a tablet, chewable taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Regular Strength Antacid a controlled substance?

Regular Strength Antacid is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Regular Strength Antacid?

The generic name for Regular Strength Antacid is Calcium carbonate. There are 12 other brand versions of Calcium carbonate.

What is the NDC code for Regular Strength Antacid 500 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Regular Strength Antacid 500 mg/1 is 53942-126, listed by DeMoulas Market Basket.