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Chemical Composition Of Milk Of Magnesia

Health Encyclopedia: Gerd, Acid Reflux, Heartburn Medications

Medications

Antacids neutralize digestive acids and are the primary drugs for mild symptoms. They are best used alone for relief of occasional and unpredictable episodes of heartburn. They all work by neutralizing the acid in the stomach. They may also stimulate the defensive systems in the stomach by increasing bicarbonate and mucous secretion. Many antacids are available without prescription and are the first drugs recommended to relieve heartburn and mild symptoms. Despite the many brands, the...

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...vitamin in the body.They are categorized as either xanthophylls or carotenes according to their chemical composition.CarotenesCarotenes are hydrocarbons and most are found in yellow, orange, and... Read more »

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...standard for detecting kidney stones. Experts hope spiral CT will eventually be able to reveal the stone's composition.Ultrasound. Ultrasound can detect translucent uric acid stones and... Read more »

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...in the form of magnesium carbonate, magnesium trisilicate, and, most commonly, magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia). The major side effect of these magnesium compounds is diarrhea.Calcium.... Read more »

Kidney Stones: References

...stones. CMAJ. 2006;174(10); 1407-1409.Cameron MA, Maalouf NM, Adams-Huet B, Moe OW, Sakhaee K. Urine composition in type 2 diabetes: predisposition to uric Acid nephrolithiasis. J Am Soc Nephrol.... Read more »

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