DIGENE
GEL – SCI & TECH
News: Abbott India recalls antacid Digene
Gel, DCGI issues advisory
What's
in the news?
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Digene Gel is a popular antacid syrup
known for relieving acidity and its associated symptoms, including heartburn,
stomach discomfort, abdominal pain, and gas.
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The antacid's primary mechanism of action
involves the use of basic compounds
like magnesium hydroxide to neutralize stomach acid.
Antacids:
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Antacids are medications that help relieve symptoms of heartburn, indigestion
and acid reflux by neutralizing excess stomach acid.
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The action of antacid is a neutralization
reaction: Acid + Base → Salt + Water.
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They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, magnesium, or sodium
bicarbonate which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract stomach acid and
make its pH more neutral.