Pharmacologic Classification: Antacid.
Pharmacology: This medicine contains sodium alginate, sodium bicarbonate, and calcium carbonate.
Sodium alginate, a natural polysaccharide, has been used for heartburn and acid reflux. It effectively provides physical barriers to acidic gastric contents and can significantly reduce reflux episodes.
Sodium bicarbonate and calcium carbonate are antacids that neutralize acid in the stomach. Used to relieve acid indigestion and heartburn.