What Would The Adverse Effects Of Accidentally Taking Baking Powder For Stomach Ache And Flatulence Be?

Posted on Fri, 20 Apr 2018

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Question : My husband, trying to get relief from three days of gas and belly pain, took a mixture of baking powder - not baking soda - Will that be a problem?
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Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (31 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Dear sir, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns but there is no need to worry as baking powder consists mainly from sodium bicarbonate ( baking Soda) together with an edible acid.. If you are still suffering from gases and discomfort then you should take dysflatyl tablets three times daily or before every meal. I hope I answered your question. if you don't have any other clarifications then please close the discussion..

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