Which of the following drugs are considered to be alkalinizing drugs? Select all that apply
a. Acetazolamide
b. Sodium acetate
c. Ammonium chloride
d. Sodium citrate
ANS: A, B, D
Alkalinizing drugs include acetazolamide, sodium acetate, and sodium citrate. Ammonium chlo-ride is considered to be an acidifying drug.
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