Alka-seltzer

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Al·ka-Selt·zer

(ăl′kə-sĕlt′zər)

A trademark for an over-the-counter preparation containing aspirin and citric acid.

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Noun

Alka-seltzer - a commercial antacid that contains aspirin; tablets dissolve in water to give an effervescent solution

trademark - a formally registered symbol identifying the manufacturer or distributor of a product

alkaliser, alkalizer, antacid, antiacid, gastric antacid - an agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity (especially in the stomach)

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