pH Regulation of the Stomach

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pH Regulation of the Stomach: Overview

This Topic covers sub-topics such as Antacids, Omeprazole and Esomeprazole, Regulation of Acid Secretion, Nature of Gastric Juice and, Carbonate and Hydrogencarbonate Buffer

Important Questions on pH Regulation of the Stomach

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Which medicine is used for the treatment of indigestion :

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At high pH the hydrogen carbonate ions forms a buffer system in which it plays the role of a conjugate acid.

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What is the role of omeprazole and esomeprazole in regulating the secretion of gastric juice?

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Write the molecular formula of omeprazole and esomeprazole.

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Explain the role of histamine in the control of acidity of gastric juice at cellular level.

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The process of digestion involves, secretion of sulphuric acid by the stomach lining.

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What is the pH range of concentration of acid produced in the stomach?

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Among the following, an example of antacid is

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Which of the following is not correctly match?

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Cimetidine is an _____ used for treating and preventing heartburn from acid indigestion or sour stomach.

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The chemicals which are used to reduce the acidity of stomach are known as _____

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Antacids are used:

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An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity and is used to relieve heartburn, indigestion or an upset stomach.

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Which of the following compounds is not an antacid?

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Omeprazole and lansoprazole are most effective antacid drugs.

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Amongst the following antihistamines, which are antacids?

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Which of the following compounds are administered as antacids?

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Define Antacids with two examples.

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Why are cimetidine and ranitidine better antacids than sodium bicarbonate or magnesium or aluminium hydroxides?