An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, which in turn relieves heartburn.reatment with antacids alone is symptomatic and only justified for minor symptoms. Antacids are distinct from acid-reducing drugs like H2-receptor antagonists or proton pump inhibitors and they do not kill the bacteria, Helicobacter pylori, which causes most ulcers.
inÂ·terÂ·leuÂ·kin-Â·1. A cytokine, derived primarily from mononuclear phagocytes, that enhances the proliferation of T-helper cells and the growth and differentiation of B cells. Il-1 induces the release of Il-2. When secreted in larger quantities, IL-1 is a mediator of inflammation, entering the bloodstream and causing fever, inducing synthesis of acute phase proteins, and initiating metabolic wasting.
What are Leukotriene hormones? White Blood cells or WBCâs are known for their immunity building role in our body. Leukotrienes are one of the defense weapons of white blood cells which are lipids and play a pivotal role in immunity increasing function. They can also be expressed as the hormones which cause symptoms in asthma and hay fever (allergic rhinitis).