21 CFR § 331.15 Antacid Products for Over-the-Counter (OTC) Human Use

§ 331.15 Combination with nonantacid active ingredients.

Current through Sep 8, 2026 · Read all of Part 331

(a) An antacid may contain any generally recognized as safe and effective nonantacid laxative ingredient to correct for constipation caused by the antacid. No labeling claim of the laxative effect may be used for such a product.

(b) An antacid may contain any generally recognized as safe and effective analgesic ingredient(s), if it is indicated for use solely for the concurrent symptoms involved, e.g., headache and acid indigestion, and is marketed in a form intended for ingestion as a solution.

(c) An antacid may contain any generally recognized as safe and effective antiflatulent ingredient if it is indicated for use solely for the concurrent symptoms of gas associated with heartburn, sour stomach or acid indigestion.

← § 331.11 Listing of specific active ingredients.§ 331.20 Determination of percent contribution of active ingredients. →