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     • Antacids work by counteracting (neutralising) the acid in your stomach. They do this because the chemicals in antacids are bases (alkalis) which are the opposite of acids. A reaction between an acid and base is called neutralisation. This neutralisation makes the stomach contents less corrosive.
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   Can antacids be used together with acidic drugs?

   • Some examples include: Using antacids concomitantly with acidic drugs (e.g., digoxin, chlorpromazine isoniazid) can result in impaired absorption of these acidic drugs, reducing the blood concentrations of the drugs and impairing their therapeutic effects.

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   How effective are antacids?

   • The effectiveness of each antacid depends on its neutralizing and buffering capacity. Manufacturers of antacids often reformulate some products to improve their palatability and organoleptic properties for a better consumer experience.

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   How do antacids affect pH?

   • The carbonate salt of antacids binds to H + ions from gastric hydrochloric acid to produce chloride salts (calcium chloride, sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, and aluminum chloride), carbon dioxide, and water. This decreases H + concentrations in the stomach, thus raising the pH.

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   Aug 9, 2023 · Antacids work by counteracting (neutralising) the acid in your stomach. They do this because the chemicals in antacids are bases (alkalis) which are the opposite of acids. A reaction between an acid and base is called neutralisation. This neutralisation makes the stomach contents less corrosive.

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   May 20, 2022 · Antacids neutralize the acid in your stomach by stopping an enzyme that creates acid to break down food for digestion (pepsin). You can purchase antacids over-the-counter without a prescription. There are two types of antacids: liquid and chewable tablets.

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   Jul 17, 2020 · How do antacids work? Antacids use a combination of calcium, magnesium , and aluminum salts as their active ingredients. These medications work by neutralizing the acid in the stomach.

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7. www.healthline.com › health › antacidsAntacids: Types, Precautions, Side Effects & More - Healthline

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   Apr 25, 2023 · Antacids are over-the-counter (OTC) medications that help neutralize stomach acid. Take antacids as directed to reduce the risk of diarrhea or constipation. They may also increase the chance of...

   • Author: Julia Haskins

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   Aug 8, 2023 · The antacids act by neutralizing the acid in the stomach and by inhibiting pepsin, which is a proteolytic enzyme. Each of these cationic salts has a characteristic pharmacological property that determines its clinical use. Antacids have therapeutic use for the following:

   • Author: Blake H. Salisbury, Jamie M. Terrell

   • Published: 2023/08/08

9. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › pmc › articlesAntacids revisited: review on contemporary facts and ...

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   Mar 28, 2022 · Antacids act by neutralizing excess hydrochloric acid (HCl) in gastric juice and inhibit the proteolytic enzyme pepsin. An antacid that increases gastric pH from 1.5 to 3.5 can reduce the concentration of gastric acid by 100-fold.

10. www.healthline.com › health › gerdHow Antacids Work for Acid Reflux and GERD - Healthline

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    May 3, 2024 · Antacids are quick-relief medications for acid reflux and GERD that neutralize stomach acid in the esophagus and stomach. Antacids contain alkalizing ingredients, which change the stomach’s pH...