Question

What do the antacids used for the treatment of indigestion in the stomach contain?

Answer 1

Antacid

1. An antacid is a drug used to treat acidity or indigestion in the stomach.
2. It relieves the symptom like heartburn.
3. It is also used to treat stomach ulcers and gastritis.

Composition of antacid:

1. Most antacids are made up of Magnesium hydroxide or Aluminum hydroxide.
2. Some of them also contain Calcium carbonate.
3. Baking soda, which has Sodium bicarbonate, is also used as an antacid.