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• Antacid
  ...that neutralizes stomach acids; used to treat indigestion, heartburn, and acid reflux ...that neutralizes stomach acids; used to treat indigestion, heartburn, and acid reflux<br>{{glossary headings}}<br>[[Category:Glossary]]
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• Acid indigestion
  == Acid Indigestion == '''Acid indigestion''' (pronounced as: a-sid in-dih-jes-chun), also known as [[Dyspepsia]] or [
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• Tums
  ...edication primarily used to treat symptoms of heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach. ...urn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach. It works by neutralizing stomach acid.
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• Brioschi
  ...Italy. It is often used to treat symptoms of heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach associated with these conditions. ...ingredient is [[sodium bicarbonate]], which works by neutralizing stomach acid.
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• Potassium bicarbonate
  ...rbəneɪt), also known as '''potassium hydrogen carbonate''' or '''potassium acid carbonate''', is a colorless, odorless, slightly basic, salty substance. Ac ...a combination of "bi-", meaning 'two', and "carbonate", a salt of carbonic acid.
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• Bromo-Seltzer
  ...product marketed for relief from [[indigestion]], [[heartburn]], [[pain]] and [[headache]]. ..."Bromo-Seltzer" is derived from the active ingredient, [[sodium bromide]], and "seltzer", a term often used for [[carbonated water]]. The "Bromo" part of
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• Baking soda
  ...ooking]] and [[Baking|baking]] as a leavening agent. When combined with an acid, such as vinegar or lemon juice, it produces carbon dioxide gas, which caus ...erties. It can neutralize stomach acid and relieve heartburn, indigestion, and upset stomach.
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• Alka-Seltzer
  ...indigestion, acid reflux and hangovers, while neutralizing excess stomach acid. The name "Alka-Seltzer" is derived from its alkaline properties (''Alka'') and the effervescent agent used in its formulation (''Seltzer'').
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• Antacids
  ...ium bicarbonate]] which act as bases (alkaline) to counteract stomach acid and make its pH more neutral. ...g 'against' and the English word 'acid', referring to its function against acid in the stomach.
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• Hyperchlorhydria
  ...dree-uh) is a medical condition characterized by an excess of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. ...ve, "chloros" meaning green (referring to the color of hydrochloric acid), and "hydor" meaning water.
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• Maalox
  ...t symptoms of increased stomach acid, such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion. ...oxide]]''' and '''[[aluminum hydroxide]]'''. The "Ma" stands for magnesium and the "alox" is a reference to aluminum hydroxide.
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• Gastrointestinal agents
  ...term "gastrointestinal" is derived from the Greek words "gaster" (stomach) and "enteron" (intestine). "Agent" is derived from the Latin word "agens" meani ...x]], [[peptic ulcers]], [[gastroenteritis]], [[irritable bowel syndrome]], and [[constipation]]. They work by either increasing or decreasing the activity
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• Famotidine
  ...stines]]. It also treats conditions in which the stomach produces too much acid, such as [[Zollinger-Ellison syndrome]]. Famotidine belongs to a class of d ...3-[[[amino]]sulfonyl]-3,4-dihydro-2H-1,2,4-triazino[5,6-b]indole-1-acetic acid. The suffix "-tidine" is common in drugs that act as H2 blockers, indicatin
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• Aluminium hydroxide
  ...s hydrargillite) and its three, much rarer polymorphs: bayerite, doyleite, and nordstrandite. ...-ide" suffix indicates that the compound is a binary compound of aluminium and hydrogen.
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• Magnesia
  ...nd [[Pharmacy]] to refer to two different compounds: Magnesium oxide (MgO) and Magnesium hydroxide (Mg(OH)2). ...It has an empirical formula of MgO and consists of a lattice of Mg2+ ions and O2− ions held together by ionic bonding.
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• Eructation
  ...eans "a belching forth". It is composed of the prefix "e-", meaning "out", and "ructare", meaning "to belch". ...igestion, it is a condition that can cause symptoms like belching, nausea, and bloating.
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• Alkali
  * [[Acid]]: A molecule or ion capable of donating a proton (hydrogen ion H+), or, al ...reatment of acidosis, a condition where the body's fluids contain too much acid.
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• Gelusil
  ...edication used to relieve symptoms of [[heartburn]], [[acid indigestion]], and [[bloating]]. ...d from the words "gel" and "usil", which refer to its gel-like consistency and its use in the medical field, respectively. The exact etymology is not know
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• Sodium Bicarbonate
  ...elements that make up the compound: Sodium (Na), Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), and Oxygen (O). The term "bicarbonate" refers to the presence of two [[Carbonat ...l field. It is often used as an [[Antacid|antacid]] to treat heartburn and indigestion. It can also be used as a part of treatment for certain metabolic condition
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• Magnesium hydroxide
  ...and is used to treat symptoms such as [[heartburn]], [[acid indigestion]], and [[constipation]]. ...ning to sharpen or acidify, referring to the compound's ability to form an acid when combined with water.
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