Which medication reduces gastric acid secretion by blocking histamine H2 receptors?
Correct answer: A. Famotidine
- A. Famotidine
- B. Omeprazole
- C. Sucralfate
- D. Magnesium hydroxide
Explanation
Famotidine is an H2 receptor antagonist that decreases gastric acid secretion. Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor, sucralfate forms a protective barrier, and magnesium hydroxide neutralizes acid already present.
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