Write short note on Antacid drugs. (50 words)
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An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity and is used to relieve heartburn, indigestion or an upset stomach.[1]
Medical usesEdit
Antacids are available over the counter and are taken by mouth to quickly relieve occasional heartburn, the major symptom of gastroesophageal reflux diseaseand also indigestion. Treatment with antacids alone is symptomatic and only justified for minor symptoms.[2]
Antacids are distinct from acid-reducing drugs like H2-receptor antagonists or proton pump inhibitors and they do not kill the bacteria Helicobacter pylori, which causes most ulcers.[2]
Medical usesEdit
Antacids are available over the counter and are taken by mouth to quickly relieve occasional heartburn, the major symptom of gastroesophageal reflux diseaseand also indigestion. Treatment with antacids alone is symptomatic and only justified for minor symptoms.[2]
Antacids are distinct from acid-reducing drugs like H2-receptor antagonists or proton pump inhibitors and they do not kill the bacteria Helicobacter pylori, which causes most ulcers.[2]
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