what are antacid? give one example and write it's function.
please provide a (short and reliable) answer
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Answer:
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity and is used to relieve heartburn, indigestion or an upset stomach.
antacids have been used in the treatment of constipation and diarrhea.
Currently marketed antacids contain salts of aluminum, calcium, magnesium, or sodium. Some preparations contain a combination of two salts, such as magnesium carbonate and aluminum hydroxide.
Explanation:
Examples of antacids include:
Aluminum hydroxide gel (Alternagel, Amphojel)
Calcium carbonate (Alka-Seltzer, Tums)
Magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia)
Gaviscon, Gelusil, Maalox, Mylanta, Rolaids.
Pepto-Bismol.
Answer:
Antacids are medication that neutralize stomach acid to cut down on heartburn. Examples of antacids include: Aluminum hydroxide gel (Alternagel, Amphojel) Calcium carbonate (Alka-Seltzer, Tums)