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The stomach secretes Hydrochloric acid (HCL), Bicarbonate, Pepsinogen, Intrinsic factor, Mucus, and Prostaglandins. Mucosal protectants and Prostaglandin analog are ________.
The stomach secretes Hydrochloric acid (HCL), Bicarbonate, Pepsinogen, Intrinsic factor, Mucus, and Prostaglandins. Mucosal protectants and Prostaglandin analog are ________.
drugs affecting secretions
Hyperacidity and Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) are common ________ diseases.
Hyperacidity and Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) are common ________ diseases.
acid-related
A primary site of action for many acid-controller drugs is in the ________ of the stomach.
A primary site of action for many acid-controller drugs is in the ________ of the stomach.
gastric glands
Antacids promote gastric mucosal defense mechanisms by increasing the secretion of Mucus, Bicarbonate, and ________.
Antacids promote gastric mucosal defense mechanisms by increasing the secretion of Mucus, Bicarbonate, and ________.
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Antacids do not prevent the overproduction of ________.
Antacids do not prevent the overproduction of ________.
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Pepsinogen becomes PEPSIN when activated by exposure to ________.
Pepsinogen becomes PEPSIN when activated by exposure to ________.
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Acids DO neutralize the acid once it's in the mar ______
Acids DO neutralize the acid once it's in the mar ______
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Raising gastric pH from 1.3 to 1.6 neutralizes 50% of the gastric ______
Raising gastric pH from 1.3 to 1.6 neutralizes 50% of the gastric ______
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Raising gastric pH 1 point (1.3 to 2.3) neutralizes 90% of the gastric ______
Raising gastric pH 1 point (1.3 to 2.3) neutralizes 90% of the gastric ______
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Calcium carbonate - Produces gas and ______; often combined with simethicone
Calcium carbonate - Produces gas and ______; often combined with simethicone
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Chelation Chemical binding, or inactivation, of another ______
Chelation Chemical binding, or inactivation, of another ______
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