Which of the following types of medicines is used for treating indigestion?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Antacid.
· Antacids are specifically designed to neutralize stomach acid and relieve symptoms of indigestion, which may include heartburn, stomach discomfort, and acid reflux. They typically contain substances like magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, or calcium carbonate, which react with the stomach acid to form water and other neutral compounds, reducing acidity in the stomach.
· These medications provide quick relief by directly altering the pH level inside the stomach, making them highly effective for acute symptoms of indigestion.
Additional details on other options:
· Antiseptic: These are substances that inhibit the growth of microorganisms on living tissues or surfaces and are used to prevent infection in wounds, not for treating indigestion.
· Analgesic: Analgesics are pain relievers, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. They help reduce pain but do not address the stomach acid levels causing indigestion.
· Antibiotic: Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections. Indigestion is typically a result of acid imbalance, not bacterial infection, so antibiotics would not be appropriate unless there was a specific diagnosis of a bacterial infection affecting the stomach.