This article aims to help the reader in the rapid identification of natural remedies useful in the treatment of various symptoms, disorders and pathologies. For some of the listed remedies, this utility may not have been confirmed by sufficient experimental tests conducted with a scientific method. Furthermore, any natural remedy presents potential risks and contraindications.

If available, we therefore recommend that you click on the link corresponding to the individual remedy to learn more about the topic. In any case, we remind you of the importance of avoiding self-treatment and to consult your doctor beforehand to ascertain the absence of contraindications and drug interactions.

An antacid is defined as a substance that is capable of reducing stomach acid. The reduction of gastric acid is due to the interaction between the acid substances and the various basic salts present in the antacid molecule.

Synonyms for antacid

Antacid plants are also known as: alkalogens.

Medicinal plants Antiacid and supplements with antacid properties

Agar, alginates, Ephedra, gum arabic, tannins, mucilage and pectins. Sodium bicarbonate. See also: antacid drugs.