2006-06-30 23:50:21 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
Magnesium may accumulate in patients with renal failure leading to hypermagnesemia, with cardiovascular and neurological complications.
Sodium bicarbonate's regular high doses may cause alkalosis, which in turn may result in altered excretion of other drugs, and kidney stones. A chemical reaction between the carbonate and hydrochloric acid may produce carbon dioxide gas. This causes gastric distension which may not be well tolerated. In addition, increased intake of sodium may be deleterious for arterial hypertension.
The choice depends on the patient in question and it is best to seek advise of a qualified gastro specialist. This becomes more important when usage are for longer duration.
A good natural remedy is fresh (green) coconut water. Avoid acid inducing food like vinegar, tomatoes, chillies, etc. Do not skip meals.
2006-07-01 00:03:35 · answer #1 · answered by sks 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, since they're both bases, you're covered either way, but if you're gonna use magnesium hydroxide, be prepared for an unholy pain going down and more than likely while it's in your stomach because it's most likely going to chew up your esophagus and stomach while it's down there. use the sodium bicarbonate.....
2006-07-01 07:47:57 · answer #2 · answered by The Frontrunner 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are both equal as far as antacids go. Each will neutralize the same amount of acid because each has 1 equivalent. A better antacid is calcium carbonate (Ca2CO3). It has two eqivualents which will neutralize twice as much acid and it has calcium which most people need.
2006-07-01 10:41:27 · answer #3 · answered by xox_bass_player_xox 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are both great but never never use sodium hydroxide.
2006-07-01 06:57:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋