Antacids (Tums, Maalox, Mylanta) and Mefenamic acid interaction
Antacids (Tums, Maalox, Mylanta) and Mefenamic acid: the Mefenamic acid prescribing label describes an interaction that usually calls for monitoring, a dose change, or spacing the doses.
Usually manageable with monitoring or a dose change. Tell your pharmacist you take both.
What the FDA labels say
From the Mefenamic acid label · effective 2026-04-20
Antacid Clinical Impact: Concomitant ingestion of antacids containing magnesium hydroxide has been shown to significantly increase the rate and extent of mefenamic acid absorption [See Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] Intervention: Concomitant use of mefenamic acid and antacids is not generally recommended because of possible increased adverse events.
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