Estimation of Sodium Content of Various Antacid Preparations by Flame Photometry

Abstract

Now-a-days antacid formulations are extensively used as over the counter product. Aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide which are used industrially for the preparation of antacid, generally impart some parts of sodium ion. This sodium ion is particularly harmful to cardiac and hypertensive patients. In the present study, attempt has been made to determine the sodium content of various widely marketed anatacid products. Results suggest that care must be taken during the manufacturing of this hydroxide and certain specifications are needed by the monographs regarding the sodium content

of antacid preparations.