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Definition of Antacid
1. Noun. An agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity (especially in the stomach).
Exact synonyms: Alkaliser, Alkalizer, Antiacid, Gastric Antacid
Specialized synonyms: Cimetidine, Tagamet, Ranitidine, Zantac, Alka-seltzer, Brioschi, Bromo-seltzer, Maalox, Mylanta, Omeprazole, Prilosec, Pepto-bismal, Rolaids, Tums
Generic synonyms: Agent
Derivative terms: Alkalize
Specialized synonyms: Cimetidine, Tagamet, Ranitidine, Zantac, Alka-seltzer, Brioschi, Bromo-seltzer, Maalox, Mylanta, Omeprazole, Prilosec, Pepto-bismal, Rolaids, Tums
Generic synonyms: Agent
Derivative terms: Alkalize
2. Adjective. Acting to neutralize acid (especially in the stomach).
Definition of Antacid
1. n. A remedy for acidity of the stomach, as an alkali or absorbent.
Definition of Antacid
1. a substance that neutralizes acid [n -S]
Medical Definition of Antacid
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