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Definitions for: Antacid
[n] an agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity (especially in the stomach)
[adj] acting to neutralize acid (especially in the stomach)
Webster (1913) Definition: Ant*ac"id, n. [Pref. anti- + acid.] (Med.)
A remedy for acidity of the stomach, as an alkali or
absorbent. -- a. Counteractive of acidity.
Synonyms: alkaliser, alkalizer, antiacid, counteractive, gastric antacid
See Also: agent, Alka-seltzer, Brioschi, Bromo-seltzer, cimetidine, Maalox, Mylanta, omeprazole, Pepto-bismal, Prilosec, ranitidine, Rolaids, Tagamet, Tums, Zantac
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