acid indigestion

noun

: a burning feeling in the stomach
Their pizza gives me acid indigestion.

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Antacids like Tums, which generally utilize calcium carbonate as their main active ingredient, work to neutralize acid in cases of heartburn or acid indigestion. — Matt Benoit, Discover Magazine, 18 Feb. 2023 Summary Regarding managing digestive discomfort, Maalox and Mylanta are over-the-counter options that offer relief from symptoms like heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach. — Alex Yampolsky, Verywell Health, 11 Sep. 2024 New & Noteworthy Help relieve occasional heartburn, upset stomach, acid indigestion and stress with Pepcid Soothing Gummies, Heartburn Relief + Stress Relief dietary supplements. — Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025

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“Acid indigestion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acid%20indigestion. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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