Which of the following compounds cannot be used as an antacid?

Sodium hydrogencarbonate

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A l (O H)_{3}

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M g (O H)_{2}

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Cimetidine

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Solution

The correct option is D Cimetidine
Cimetidine is an antihistamine, that is, it is used to reduce the amount of stomach acid secreted, and is used to treat and prevent certain types of stomach ulcer.

An antacid will neutralise the excess acid that is present in the stomach.

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