glutamic acid hydrochloride

glu·tam·ic ac·id hy·dro·chlor·ide

a gastric acidifier alleged to aid in digestion; also used for gastric HCl replacement therapy.

glutamic acid hydrochloride

a gastric acidifier.

indication It is prescribed for the treatment of hypoacidity.

contraindications Hyperacidity, peptic ulcer, or known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use.

adverse effect The most serious adverse effect is systemic acidosis that results from overdose.