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|Articles|February 17, 2022
Daily OTC Pearl: Genexa Antacid
Author(s)Saro Arakelians, PharmD
Genexa provides relief for the symptoms of heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach.
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OTC/Lifestyle Pearl of the Day: Genexa Antacid
Indication: Genexa relieves heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, and upset stomach associated with these symptoms.
Insight:
- Active ingredients: Calcium carbonate USP 1000 mg.
- Directions: Adults and children 12 years of age and over should chew 2-3 tablets as symptoms occur or as directed by a physician.
- Storage: Store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) in a dry place out of direct sunlight.
- Inactive ingredients: Organic beet root, organic carnauba wax, organic flavors, organic rice bran extract, organic tapioca dextrose, and organic tapioca maltodextrin.
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