Question

why is sodium hydrogen carbonate an essential ingredient in most antacid

Answer 1

Sodium hydrogen carbonate is a mild base. It neutralizes acidic character but not impact basic character.

Answer 2

sodium hydrogen carbonate ( NaHCO3), also called baking soda, neutralize the acids produced in our stomach giving relief .

→ acids are produced in our stomach through HCL, WHEN we overeat , lots of acids brings acidity in our stomach.

→ antacid is a type of medicine , which is used by people from acidity. it is basic in nature