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In order to neutralize acid you must use an "anti" acid chemical or natural biological. That is what antacids do. They neutralize acid and the burn from the excessive acid or refluxing acid. The acid in your stomach is stronger than battery acid so you can see why it burns in the esophagus. So you add an alkali type of product and it will neutralize it. Milk will help. Products like Gaviscon or Malox will do too. Believe it or not your own saliva does neutralize heartburn. One of nature's many sources of checks and balances. The main thing is to PREVENT heartburn. This will reduce the occurrences of the acid burning the esophagus. Generics of products like Zantac do a dandy job of it for a reasonable price. The higher the dosage the better. Such as Zantac comes in 75 mg. or 150 mg. So if you get severe heartburn it is better to use 175 mg. Now, if heartburn products are not neutralizing the acid or you get it everyday you must see your general practitioner doctor or your gastroenterologist.
It is bad to let heartburn continue unchecked because the stomach acid will burn holes in the esophagus.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 10y agoAntacids are things you can take to relieve heartburn by a simple chemical interaction. Things that are considered antacids have a high pH and heartburn is caused by stomach acids that have a low pH, so the antacids balance out, or buffer, the acids so they are not as active and that relieves your symptoms.
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∙ 7y agoAcid reflux causes heartburn and antacids neutralise the acids made by your stomach. One of the problems in using antacids is that even though the acid is neutralized, the damage (burn) remains and the feeling will continue until that heals.
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∙ 15y agoAntaacid is a neutralisation reaction in your stomach.you take a tablet for it.
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∙ 14y agoThey clear the food you fat people have eaten!
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Why do people take tums or another antacid when they have heartburn?
Because the calcium carbonate in the antacids help neutralise the excess acid in the stomach which is causing the discomfort.
What percentage of the population suffers from heartburn?
It has been estimated that heartburn occurs in more than 60% of adults. About 20% of the population take antacids or over-the-counter H2 blockers at least once per week to relieve heartburn.
How do you get rid of Heartburn?
Take antacids, sleep on left side when heartburn occurs, avoid spicy foods, soda, greasy foods, eat healthier if problem persists see a doc
How does matabolic alkalosis acidosis and heartburn affect aquilibrium in the body?
Metabolic alkalosis can result when a patient consumes too many antacids due to heartburn. This neutralizes too much of the stomach acid, and leads to an alkalotic state.
Will jagermeister help heartburn symptoms?
Quite the opposite, it is more likely to trigger the onset of heartburn symptoms.
What is the function of an antacid?
Antacids neutralize acid, especially acid found in the stomach. They help cause rapid relief for heartburn.
What are antaacids?
Antacids are used to neutralize stomach acidity. You take antacids (such as Tums or Rolaids) when you experience heartburn or upset stomach.
What are the medicines that work against stomach acids which can cause heartburn?
Antacids.
Why do people take tums or another antacid when they have heartburn?
Because the calcium carbonate in the antacids help neutralise the excess acid in the stomach which is causing the discomfort.
Where can I find info about heartburn relief?
Stay upright after a large meal to help prevent heartburn. Drink water or tea with ginger root to help the acid wash down. There are many remedies, different ones work for different people. Also antacids like tums may help.
What are the drugs on the market as medicated chewing gum prescribed for pregnant?
Antacids for heartburn relief.
What do antacids contain in them the helps smooth heart burns?
alkaloids, to counter the acids that cause heartburn
Can heartburn last for more than 1 day?
Heartburn, also known as acid indigestion, usually only lasts a few hours and is relieved by antacids. Chronic heartburn may require prescription medicines.
What are antacids for?
Antacids are used to neutralize the acid in the stomach. They are commonly used to treat heartburn and indigestion. Some well known antacid brands include Alka-Seltzer and Tums.
What percentage of the population suffers from heartburn?
It has been estimated that heartburn occurs in more than 60% of adults. About 20% of the population take antacids or over-the-counter H2 blockers at least once per week to relieve heartburn.
Why it is necessary for someone with ulcer-like symptoms to consult a physician rather than to just use antacids?
antacids are just a way of hiding a much more serious issue than heartburn. a stomach ulcer took the life of dear old family member back in the 90's
How do antacids get rid of heartburn?
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