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What process is disrupted after a patient ingests excessive antacid that neutralizes the ph of the stomach?

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Protein catabolism

Protein catabolism is disrupted when a patient takes too much antacid. Acid is very important in the breakdown of food; thus, low acid results in indigestion that is evident in constipation, diarrhea, calcium loss, osteoporosis, loss of appetite, mood or mental changes, and related abdominal discomfort.

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