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What ingredients should i look for in a good antacid?

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Gastroenterology 37 years experience

Antacids : The most common ingredients in good antacids are calcium carbonate, aluminum hydroxide and my Magnesium hydroxide. There are many others that work well also, however. Good luck.

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