Aluminium hydroxide
Also known as: Aluminum hydroxide
Brand names: DIOVOL PLUS (in combination)
Description
Aluminium hydroxide is a slow-acting antacid. It is used to provide symptomatic relief in gastric hyperacidity. In addition, the antipeptic and demulcent activity of aluminium hydroxide helps to protect inflamed gastric mucosa against further irritation by gastric secretions.
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2D Molecule Structure
Unique Ingredient Identifier (UNII)
5QB0T2IUN0 - ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE
CAS Registry Number
12040-59-4 - Aluminium hydroxide gel
21645-51-2 - Aluminium hydroxide
SNOMED-CT
273944007 - Aluminium hydroxide (substance)