Aluminum hydroxide gel (often written as Al(OH)3 gel) is a common compound with several important medical and industrial uses. Here are the main ones:
1. Antacid (most common use)
Aluminum hydroxide gel is widely used to relieve symptoms of excess stomach acid, such as:
• Heartburn
• Indigestion
• Acid reflux
It works by neutralizing hydrochloric acid in the stomach, raising the pH and reducing irritation.
2. Treatment of Peptic Ulcers
It helps in managing ulcers by:
• Reducing acidity in the stomach
• Allowing the ulcer lining to heal
3. Phosphate Binder (Kidney Disease)
In patients with chronic kidney disease:
• It binds phosphate in the intestines
• Prevents excess phosphate absorption into the blood
This helps manage hyperphosphatemia (high phosphate levels).
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