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Gas-X vs. Antacids – What’s the Difference?

Antacids and Gas-X are not the same and they treat different symptoms. If you’re unsure which to take, learn more here about how they are different.

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How Do They Compare?

There are distinct differences between the type of relief provided between Gas-X and antacids:

Benefit Gas-x Antacids*
Designed to relieve symptoms of gas    
Relieves pressure    
Relieves bloating    
Relieves discomfort    
#1 OTC brand for gas relief    
Tastes good    
Relieves heartburn**    

If you are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or nursing, consult your physician before taking any medication.¹

*Traditional Antacids

**Total Relief Chews only

Frequently Asked Questions

You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers. Check out our  FAQs page.

  • Only Gas-X Total Relief Chews include the heartburn-targeting antacid calcium carbonate. The main active ingredient in the rest of our products is simethicone, which helps break up gas bubbles in your stomach and intestines. Once this trapped gas is broken down, your body can then deal with the gas naturally.

  • The active ingredient in Gas-X is simethicone. Simethicone is the #1 doctor-recommended OTC ingredient for fast gas relief — it helps break up gas bubbles in your stomach and intestines. Once this trapped gas is broken down, your body can then get rid of the gas naturally.

  • Gas-X relieves the pressure, abdominal bloating and discomfort commonly referred to as gas. Our new Gas-X Total Relief Chews target symptoms of gas AND heartburn in one tablet.

  • Gas-X Total Relief Chews not only relieve gas, bloating and discomfort — they take on heartburn as well. They also come in a great-tasting mixed berry flavor.

  • One of the main active ingredients in Gas-X Total Relief Chews is calcium carbonate, which eliminates heartburn.

  • Calcium carbonate is a chemical compound commonly found in nature that targets and neutralizes heartburn-causing acid in the esophagus and stomach on contact, providing heartburn relief.

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Ingredients

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