A client takes 30 ml of magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide with simethicone P.O. 1 hour and 3 hours after each meal and at bedtime for treatment of a duodenal ulcer. Why does the client take this antacid so frequently?

Respuesta :

Answer:

Due to the short term of its action it has in the stomach environment

Explanation:

Aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone is a combination drug used for the treatment of upset stomach, acid indigestion, bloating heartburn caused by gas, or stomach discomfort caused by eating or drinking too much