Ideal Properties of
Antacids
An ideal antacid should not have any side effects other
than its main action of neutralizing gastric acid. For example it should not
have a constipating or Laxative effect. It should not cause, if absorbed,
systemic alkalosis (in this condition the pH of the body fluids and tissues is
high). It should not cause precipitation of phosphate I the gastrointestinal
tract and depletion of phosphorus in the body. It should not also interfere
with the absorption of other drugs such as tetracycline from the gut. It should
not also delay the absorption of drugs which are weak acids or speed up the
absorption of basic drugs. This happens when the pH of the gastric contents is
raised.
No comments:
Post a Comment