NCIt definition : Natural or synthetic Anti-ulcer Agents relieve and reduce the symptoms of ulcers in
the stomach and upper small intestine, systemically and locally, by reducing gastric
secretion (proton pump inhibitors), neutralizing hyperacidity (alkalinizing agents),
or improving healing and protecting the mucosa (sucralfate). Recurrent gastric and
duodenal ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori infections are treated with antibiotic
therapy.;
Alternative definition : ACC/AHA: Oral therapeutic agent that counteracts acidity.;