2010 recall The company initiated the recall following an investigation of consumer reports of an unusual moldy, musty, or mildewlike odor that, in a small number of cases, was associated with temporary and nonserious gastrointestinal events. These events included nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Rolaids® Advanced Antacid plus Anti-Gas Chewable Tablets should be used when symptoms appear: heartburn, sour stomach, acid indigestion, upset stomach associated with these symptoms, or pressure and bloating commonly referred to as gas associated with these symptoms. Do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks.

Rolaids® provides rapid relief so you can get back to eating the foods you love - without the discomfort. Choose between chewable tablets or softchews in our Extra or Ultra-strength formulas for relief of heartburn and acid indigestion.

CALCIUM CARBONATE USP 675 mg.

Rolaids is an American brand of calcium and magnesium-based antacid produced by Chattem.

Antacids like Tums and Rolaids contain calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide to help neutralize the acid in your stomach. They can provide fast, short-term relief and do not have lasting harmful side effects if taken as directed.

Fortunately, the two active ingredients in Rolaids® - calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide - deliver effective, rapid relief for your heartburn, sour stomach, acid indigestion and upset stomach associated with these symptoms.

What are the side effects of Rolaids (Calcium Carbonate And Magnesium Hydroxide)?

• nausea, vomiting, constipation;
• increased thirst or urination;
• muscle weakness, bone pain;
• confusion, weakness, feeling tired;
• trouble breathing; or.
• slow heart rate, feeling light-headed.

Calcium and magnesium are naturally occurring minerals that are necessary for many systems in the body. Calcium is necessary for bone formation and maintenance.

CHEWABLE TABLETS AND SOFTCHEWS Rolaids® Advanced Antacid plus Anti-Gas Softchews reduce over 100% more acid than Tums® Chewy Bites. So for someone looking down the barrel of some double-spicy meaty things? It's the choice of Advanced, Ultra, and Extra Strength chewable tablets and Advanced and Ultra Strength softchews.

Typical dosing for Rolaids Chew 2 to 4 tablets by mouth when you have stomach symptoms, or as directed by your provider. The maximum recommended dose is 10 tablets in 24 hours. Don't take the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks.

This medication is usually taken between meals or at bedtime. Follow the instructions on the medicine label. Do not use the medication in larger amounts or more often than recommended. The chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it.

If you use antacids (such as Tums, Rolaids, Gaviscon) take these 30 minutes after meals and if needed, 3 hours after meals. Never take antacids at the same time as an H2-antagonist or Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) medication. When prescribed, these medications should be taken before meals.