This English term can be transliterated into Tagalog as antásid.
An antacid is an agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity.
Antacids are available over the counter and are taken by mouth to quickly relieve occasional heartburn, the major symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease and indigestion.
Alka-Seltzer is known as an effervescent antacid and pain reliever popularly used in the United States. Alka-Seltzer contains three active ingredients: aspirin, sodium bicarbonate, and anhydrous citric acid. The aspirin is a pain reliever and anti-inflammatory, the sodium bicarbonate is an antacid, and the citric acid reacts with the sodium bicarbonate and water to form effervescence.
TUMS is an antacid made of sucrose (sugar) and calcium carbonate manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline.
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