Which of the following types of medicine is used for treating indigestion caused by over-eating?
(a) antibiotic
(b) analgesic
(c) antacid
(d) antiseptic

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(c) antacid

Indigestion is caused by the formation of excess acid in the stomach. An antacid is a medicine that is generally a base or a basic salt that neutralises acidity in the stomach.

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Which of the following types of medicine is used for treating indigestion caused by over-eating ?

(a) antibiotic

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a)antibiotic

b)analgesic

c) antacid

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