Explain sodium bicarbonate and magnesium hydroxide

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Antacid tablets are made from a variety of compounds. Sodium bicarbonate, magnesium hydroxide and calcium carbonate to name a few. Give the chemical formulas for these, and identify any advantages and/or disadvantages to the three different compounds with respect to usage as an antacid.

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