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    Antacids for Peptic Ulcer Disease

    Antacids for Peptic Ulcer Disease



    Examples

    Brand NameGeneric NameChemical Name
    Maalox, Mylanta aluminum hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide and simethicone
    Gaviscon aluminum hydroxide and magnesium carbonate
    Tums calcium carbonate
    Rolaids calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide

    Antacids are available without a prescription in liquid, chewable tablet, chewing gum, and dissolving tablet forms to be taken by mouth.



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