Formula:
| Ingredients | Qty given | Qty taken | Activity |
| Aluminium Hydroxide Gel | 36 g | Antacid | |
| Sorbitol | 7 ml | Preservative | |
| Methyl paraben | 0.20 g | Preservative | |
| Propyl paraben | 0.20 g | Preservative | |
| Saccharine | 0.20 g | Sweetener | |
| Peppermint Oil | 0.005 ml | Flavouring agent | |
| Alcohol | 1 ml | Solubilizer | |
| Purified water | q.s. 100.0ml | Vehicle |
Procedure:
The parabens, saccharine, peppermint oil and Sorbitol was dissolved in alcohol and water.
Aluminium hydroxide gel was dispersed and mixed uniformly. Volume made up with purified water.
Theory:
Antacids are alkaline bases used to neutralize excess gastric Hcl associated with gastric and peptic ulcers.
This in turn inactivates pepsin which functions optimally at low pH.
Category:
Antacid
Dose:
7.5 to 15 ml
Storage:
Store in well closed container below 30 °c.
Avoid freezing.
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