Magnesium and Aluminium are added in Antacid because_____________?
Correct answer: B. Mg Causes Diarrhoea, Al Causes Constipation
- A. Mg Causes constipation, Al causes diarrhoea
- B. Mg Causes Diarrhoea, Al Causes Constipation
- C. Mg act as buffering agent and Al antagonize its action
- D. Both increase gastric motility
Explanation
Magnesium salts tend to cause diarrhoea, whereas aluminium salts cause constipation. Combining them helps balance these opposing gastrointestinal effects.
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