Question

Dried aluminium hydroxide gel contains NLT 47% of ………

• A. Aluminium carbonate
• B. Aluminium oxide
• C. Aluminium citrate
• D. Aluminium silicate

Hint:

Aluminium hydroxide gel must contain at least 47% Al\textsubscript{2}O\textsubscript{3} to be pharmaceutically effective.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Dried aluminium hydroxide gel is required to contain not less than 47% of aluminium oxide (Al\textsubscript{2}O\textsubscript{3}) to ensure its efficacy as an antacid. This percentage indicates the active component responsible for its neutralizing properties.