Question

Which of the following is used as systemic alkalizer

Answer 1

∆ Answer

Potassium citrate (Citra K, Polycitra K)

Absorbed and metabolized to potassium bicarbonate.

Answer 2

"Sodium bicarbonate" is used as a systemic alkalizer.

Sodium bicarbonate

Definition

• The chemical compound sodium bicarbonate, sometimes known as baking soda or bicarbonate of soda, has the formula NaHCO3.
• A sodium cation and a bicarbonate anion make up this salt.

uses

• By neutralising excess stomach acid, sodium bicarbonate, popularly known as baking soda, is used to treat heartburn, sour stomach, or acid indigestion.
• When used for this reason, it is classified as an antacid, a type of medicine. It may be used to alleviate stomach or duodenal ulcer symptoms.

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