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that remedy is called antacid and is helps with indigestion because you can the remedy 'antacid'. antacid contains weak bases.bases neutralize acid by reacting with them to form water and a salt. the reason the weak bases are used instead of strong bases is because strong bases would neutralize to much acid and would most likely kill you.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 8y agoRemedies can either neutralise the excess acid (antacids) or help to reduce the acid production by the stomach. Antacidswork by neutralizing the acid created by your stomach. Other types of reflux pills will block the release of acid into the stomach.
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∙ 13y agoYea Mike Silvanio Invented That So You Should Ask Him
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They are mostly comprised of acidic things not unlike the acid in your stomach. The chemicals in the remedies help break down the food or help you excrete the food. Stay notorious and keep asking questions to make WikiAnswers the best it can be! :D >^
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