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I presume the antacid is being used for heartburn. Prescription and over the counter acid blockers (e.g. Nexium, Tagamet, etc.) block the production of acid and don't rely on calcium to buffer. They are not recommended for long term use, however, due to adverse side effects.
Regular over-the-counter antacids in tablet form usually contain some sort of alkyline material to neutralize acids, and calcium is found in many of these substances. However, there are calcium-free over-the-counter antacid tablits too.
Interestingly, deglycyrrinized licorice (DGL, in lozenge or powder form) is a more natural compound that appears to be effective in calming heartburn. DGL coats the GI tract, acting as a physical buffer once stomach acid has started to make its way up GI tract. DGL can interact with some medications, so it is best to take under the advice of a licensed naturopathic doctor.
Keep in mind that in many cases, eliminating food sensitivities can completely reverse chronic episodic heartburn, which means a person wouldn't have to worry about antacids at all.
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What substance is antacid medicine made of?
An antacid contains hydroxides of magnesium and aluminium, bicarbonates of calcium and sodium.
What elements make up antacid tablets?
The main ingredient in antacid tablets is calcium carbonate, also known as calcite or chalk. Calcium neutralizes the acid when taken.
What is the main ingredient in the antacid tablet you are using?
Calcium Carbonate
What is a chemical change for an antacid tablet?
what is a chemical change that could happen to an antacid tablet
Calcium carbonate can be used as an antacid to treat excess stomach acidity What type of substance is calcium carbonate?
base.
What is in Antacid tablets that make them relive stomach pain?
Tums, it contains calcium carbonate
What chemicals do antacid contain?
An antacid usually contains some sort of base. One antacid, milk of magnesia, is magnesium hydroxide. Other antacids include aluminum hydroxide, sodium bicarbonate, and potassium bicarbonate.
What chamicals are in antacids?
A common compound in antacids is calcium carbonate. Sodium bicarbonate is also an antacid.
What is the white powder used in antacid?
Calcium carbonate. It combines with excess acid to produce water.
What is the scientific name for tums?
Tums is an antacid that is manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline. It is available over the counter for the treatment of acid indigestion and heartburn. The scientific name for Tums is calcium carbonate antacid.
Does the mass of Rolaids provide a lot of relief?
rolaids is the best Calcium Carbonate antacid. i just did a lab on this
Which antacid Rolaids Tums or Equate is best at neutralizing acid?
Which ever one has the most Ca2C03, or calcium carbonate.
