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Ultra Strength Antacid 1000 mg/1

Calcium carbonate · TABLET, CHEWABLE · CVS

6 Recalls on RecordCurrently in Shortage
Plain English

Ultra Strength Antacid is a tablet, chewable containing calcium carbonate at 1000 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by CVS.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Ultra Strength Antacid
Generic Name
Calcium carbonate
NDC Code (Product)
51316-171
Manufacturer
CVS
Strength
1000 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, CHEWABLE
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M001
Marketing Start
01/23/2025

Recall History

6 Recalls on Record
Class II05/28/2026

Guardian Drug Co. Inc.

Presence of foreign substance: small metallic particles in chewable tablets.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/28/2026

Guardian Drug Co. Inc.

Presence of foreign substance: small metallic particles in chewable tablets.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/28/2026

Guardian Drug Co. Inc.

Presence of foreign substance: small metallic particles in chewable tablets.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/28/2026

Guardian Drug Co. Inc.

Presence of foreign substance: small metallic particles in chewable tablets.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/28/2026

Guardian Drug Co. Inc.

Presence of foreign substance: small metallic particles in chewable tablets.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/28/2026

Guardian Drug Co. Inc.

Presence of foreign substance: small metallic particles in chewable tablets.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

fatigue4,800 reports
nausea4,241 reports
off label use4,129 reports
pain4,025 reports
dyspnoea3,812 reports
drug ineffective3,737 reports
diarrhoea3,713 reports
vomiting3,582 reports
pneumonia3,186 reports
headache3,177 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 2-3 tablets as symptoms occur, or as directed by a doctor.

Warnings

WARNINGS .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ultra Strength Antacid used for?

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

Is Ultra Strength Antacid a controlled substance?

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

What is the generic name for Ultra Strength Antacid?

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

What is the NDC code for Ultra Strength Antacid 1000 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Ultra Strength Antacid 1000 mg/1 is 51316-171, listed by CVS.