4.
From the statements below, select the one which describes a consideration
involved in the selection of an antacid.
a. Whether or not the antacid has a tendency to produce acid rebound.
b. The degree to which the antacid acts as an antiflatulent.
c.
The inability of the antacid product to ionize in the intestines.
d. The ability of the product to produce catharsis.
5. Titralac is used as a(n):
a. Pancreatic enzyme replacement.
b. Gastric antacid.
c.
Laxative/antacid.
d. Antiflatulent.
6.
Magnesium hydroxide (milk of magnesia) is used as a(n)
a. Laxative and an antiflatulent.
b. Laxative and an antacid.
c.
Antacid and an antiflatulent.
d. Digestant and an antiflatulent.
7.
Calcium carbonate and glycine has what side effect(s)?
a. Acid rebound.
b. Systemic alkalization.
c.
Both a and b above.
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