Some antacid drugs block histamine receptors,resulting in reduction of the production and excretion of stomach acid.These drugs have the biggest effect on which of the following?
A) surface epithelial cells
B) chief cells
C) mucous neck cells
D) parietal cells

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Parietal cells are responsible for the production and excretion of stomach acid, and antacid drugs that block histamine receptors have the biggest effect on these cells, leading to a reduction in acid production.

Some Antacid Drugs Block Histamine Receptors,resulting in Reduction of the Production