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Question:

Which one of the following types of medicines is used for treating indigestion?

Analgesic

Antacid

Antiseptic

Antibiotic

Solution:

The correct option is B Antacid. The acidity of the stomach causes a lower pH value of acid in the stomach which can be neutralized by consuming an alkaline medium or antacid with a higher pH value like sodium bicarbonate used in food to control indigestion of acidity.