Anti-ulcer drugs, also known as gastric acid suppressants or gastroprotective agents, are medications used to treat and manage various types of ulcers in the gastrointestinal tract. These ulcers can occur in the stomach, duodenum (the first part of the small intestine), and other parts of the digestive system. The primary goal of these drugs is to lower the secretion of gastric acid, which can help relieve symptoms and promote the healing of ulcers. The most commonly used anti-ulcer agents are antacids such as aluminum or magnesium hydroxide (Maalox, Mylanta, and many others) and calcium carbonate (Tums, Rolaids, and others). Antacids are minimally absorbed and have no adverse effects on the liver. The utilization of antacids could lead to a slight increase in urinary pH, and in rare cases, the calcium salts might result in hypercalcemia.
The most potent and effective antiulcer drugs are the selective histamine type 2 receptor blockers (H2 blockers) and the proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). These medications operate by blocking the routes of acid generation or release, thereby reducing gastric acidity. This reduction in acidity not only alleviates symptoms but also aids in the healing of acid-peptic diseases. These are some of the most commonly used drugs in medicine and are generally well tolerated and rarely result in serious adverse effects. However, both these classes of drugs have been associated with rare occurrences of acute liver injury.
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