Carbonates
- Name
- Carbonates
- Accession Number
- DBCAT001343
- Description
Salts or ions of the theoretical carbonic acid, containing the radical CO2(3-). Carbonates are readily decomposed by acids. The carbonates of the alkali metals are water-soluble; all others are insoluble. (From Grant & Hackh's Chemical Dictionary, 5th ed)
- Drugs
Drug Drug Description Calcium carbonate An ionic compound used as a calcium supplement or antacid used for the symptomatic relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach. Lithium carbonate A medication used to treat manic episodes of bipolar disorder. Sodium bicarbonate A compound used for the symptomatic treatment of heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach as well as the treatment of metabolic acidosis associated with conditions such as severe renal disease and circulatory insufficiency due to shock. Potassium bicarbonate An ingredient used as an antacid or to treat hypokalemia. Pearl (hyriopsis cumingii) Pearl (hyriopsis cumingii) is an animal extract used in some OTC (over-the-counter) products. It is not an approved drug. Lactobacillus acidophilus Not Annotated Ammonium bicarbonate Not Annotated - Drugs & Drug Targets