Table 2 Acid-neutralizing activity of the calcium/magnesium carbonate-based antacid versus placebo (n = 6)
| pH parameter | Placebo | Antacid |
|---|---|---|
| Time to reach pH: | ||
| 3.0 | – | 00:00:40 ± 00:00:02 |
| 3.5 | – | 00:00:53 ± 00:00:02 |
| 4.0 | – | 00:01:13 ± 00:00:04 |
| 4.5 | – | 00:01:54 ± 00:00:12 |
| Maximum pH | 1.28 ± 0.10 | 5.24 ± 0.07 |
| Duration of maximum pH | 00:13:05 ± 00:07:20 | 00:09:56 ± 00:00:44 |