Which of the following compounds is not an antacid?
- (A)Cimetidine
- (B)Phenelzine✓ Correct
- (C)Ranitidine
- (D)Aluminium hydroxide
Answer: (B)
Solution
Antacids calm stomach acid -- cimetidine and ranitidine by blocking the receptors that trigger acid secretion, and aluminium hydroxide by neutralising the acid chemically. Phenelzine is none of these; it is a monoamine-oxidase-inhibiting antidepressant, so it is the compound that is not an antacid.
JEE Main · 2015 · 04 Apr 2015 · Offline · Single correct option