Antacids are used:

to produce acid in the stomach

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to produce water in the stomach

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to neutralise the excess base in the stomach

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to neutralise the excess acid in the stomach

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Solution

The correct option is D to neutralise the excess acid in the stomach
Antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity and in turn, relieves heartburn, indigestion or stomach upset. Antacids contain alkaline ions which neutralizes the acids in the stomach i.e gastric acids, reducing the damage and relieving pain.

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