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प्रश्न
Explain why An antacid tablet is taken when you suffer from acidity.
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उत्तर
- This is because, during acidity, an excess of acids is produced in the stomach. An antacid contains a base, such as milk of magnesia.
- These bases react with excess acids and neutralize their effect, thus giving us relief.
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