H2 blockers are particularly effective at inhibiting which type of gastric acid secretion?
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Correct answer: Nocturnal and basal acid secretion
Nocturnal acid secretion is largely dependent on histamine. Therefore, H2RAs are highly effective at controlling acid production during the night, even if they are less effective at controlling food-induced secretion.
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