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aluminium hydroxide

/ˌæl.jəˈmɪn.i.əm haɪˈdrɒk.saɪd/

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/ˌæl.jəˈmɪn.i.əm haɪˈdrɒk.saɪd/C1formalmedical
  • ruХимическое соединение, обычно белый аморфный порошок, используемый как антацид для облегчения изжоги и несварения желудка, а также в производстве солей алюминия и в качестве антипирена.

A chemical compound, typically a white, amorphous powder, used as an antacid to relieve heartburn and indigestion, and also in the production of aluminum salts and as a flame retardant.

  1. Antacid compoundC1formal

    A chemical compound used to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach by neutralizing stomach acid.

    ruАнтацидное соединение

    • The doctor recommended aluminium hydroxide for her acid reflux.
    • Many over-the-counter antacids contain aluminium hydroxide.
    • Aluminium hydroxide can also be used to treat hyperphosphatemia in kidney patients.