The Evaluation of Buffer Antacids, With Particular Reference to Preparations of Aluminium

Abstract

THE treatment of gastric hyperacidity by the administration of substances with antacid properties has engaged the attention of numerous workers in the clinical and related fields. The trend of medical opinion has been to move away from the idea of complete neutralisation of the gastric fluid with the straightforward antacids, and to turn to the use of buffer substances with the object of controlling the pH at a more physiologically desirable level. The endeavour has been to remove hyperacidity whilst 9.0 8.0 7.0 6.0 pH 5.0 4.0