Synonyms
Dialume
Trihydroxyaluminum
Aluminum trihydroxide
Gibbsite (Al(OH)3)
Description
Often used as an antacid active agent, alkaline drug protector or suspending aid; used alone or in combination with magnesium hydroxide; protects the active ingredient by neutralizing the acid while gelling with water.
SMILES
[OH-].[OH-].[OH-].[Al+3]
Appearance
White, red, or brown mineral