Which of the following antacids may have a laxative effect and should be used cautiously in clients who have chronic diarrhea? Select all that apply
A) Calcium carbonate (Mylanta)
B) Magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia)
C) Magnesium oxide (Mag-Ox)
D) Aluminum hydroxide (ALternaGEL)
E) Sodium bicarbonate (Bell/ans)
Ans: B, C, E
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The magnesium- and sodium-containing antacids may have a laxative effect and may produce diarrhea. Aluminum- and calcium-containing antacids tend to produce constipation.
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