Antacids
- Name
- Antacids
- Accession Number
- DBCAT001353
- Description
Substances that counteract or neutralize acidity of the GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT.
- ATC Classification
- Drugs
Drug Drug Description Almasilate Almasilate is indicated for use as an antacid for the neutralization of excess stomach acid . It is subsequently also used for the symptomatic treatment of diseases where it is... Aloglutamol Aloglutamol is an antacid salt of aluminium, gluconic acid, and tris. Proprietary names include Altris, Pyreses, Tasto and Sabro. Aluminium A metallic element that has the atomic number 13, atomic symbol Al, and atomic weight 26.98. Aluminium acetoacetate Aluminium acetoacetate is an aluminum containing antacid. Aluminium glycinate A medication indicated to treat heartburn, indigestion, acid reflux, ulcers, and gas. Aluminium phosphate An aluminum salt used clinically as an antacid and vaccine adjuvant. Aluminum hydroxide An antacid used for the symptomatic relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach. Bismuth cation Not Annotated Bismuth subnitrate A medication used as an antacid. Calcium carbonate An ionic compound used as a calcium supplement or antacid used for the symptomatic relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach. Calcium silicate Not Annotated Hydrotalcite An antacid indicated in the treatment of heartburn and excess gastric acid. Magaldrate An antacid used to treat various conditions in the GI tract, such as esophagitis, duodenal and gastric ulcers, and gastroesophageal reflux. Magnesium carbonate An antacid used for symptomatic relief of heartburn, indigestion, and upset stomach. Magnesium hydroxide An inorganic compound used as a laxative and antacid. Magnesium oxide A compound commonly used as a laxative for the symptomatic relief of acid indigestion and upset stomach, and in health supplements for cardiovascular and neuromuscular health. Magnesium peroxide Not Annotated Magnesium silicate Magnesium silicate is used to absorb moisture, prevent caking, and to improve the feel of a product. In the pharmaceutical companies, it is used as a dietary supplement, as part... Magnesium trisilicate An antacid used for the symptomatic treatment of peptic ulcers. Sodium bicarbonate A compound used for the symptomatic treatment of heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach as well as the treatment of metabolic acidosis associated with conditions such as severe renal disease and circulatory insufficiency due to shock.