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Pharmacology Anti-Ulcer 33585926

Magaldrate is converted by gastric acid to -

A
Magnesium hydroxide
B
Magnesium hydroxide and calcium carbonate
C
Magnesium hydroxide and Aluminium hydroxide
D
Calcium carbonate and aluminium hydroxide
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Magnesium hydroxide and Aluminium hydroxide Magaldrate:o Magaldrateis a common antaciddrug that is used for the treatment of duodenal and gastric ulcers, esophagitis from gastroesophageal reflux.o Magaldrate is a hydroxymagnesium aluminate complex that is converted rapidly in gastric acid to Mg(OH)2 and Al(OH)3, wrhich are absorbed poorly and thus provide a sustained antacid effect.

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