Antacids Tablets

Product Description

Antacid Tablets come under the category of over-the-counter medications, which assist in neutralizing stomach acid. They work distinctively from other acid reducing agent such as proton pump inhibitors, H2-receptor blockers, which reduce as well as prevent the emission of stomach acid. Antacids usually come as chewable gummy or tablet or as the liquid and easily dissolve in water. These can treat the symptoms of extra stomach acid, such as:

• Acid reflux that can include bitter taste, regurgitation, continual dry cough, pain during lying and difficulty in swallowing.
• Heartburn, a painful sensation in the throat or chest grounded by acid reflux.
• Indigestion, which can result in gas or bloating

Precautions

Antacids are harmless for most of the people. Still patients must have a consultation with the doctor if they are taking particular antacids, which include aluminum hydroxide or magnesium carbonate.

Patients with heart failure may have sodium limitations to assist in decreasing fluid accumulation. These antacids often incorporate an adequate amount of sodium.

People with kidney failure should be conscious to aluminum toxicity.

Antacids incorporate electrolytes, which can worsen the electrolyte balance difficulties.

Side effects

• Side effects from antacids are rare, common ones are mentioned below :
• Constipation.
• Sensitivities to certain foods.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Mood Swings
• Kidney Stones

• Had bleeding disorders or stomach ulcers.
• Older than 60 years
• Take three or more alcoholic drinks every day.