This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Other topics and Adverse effects, Subject name: Anatomy
Urinary alkalinizing agents administered in case of poisoning due to drugs which are 
Select and explain. 
A. Weak bases, B. Weak acids, C. Strong bases, D. Strong acids
B: Weak acids
Answer: B: Weak acids 
Explanation: Ref-Katzung 10/e p7,8 Strong electrolytes (strong acid and strong base) are ionized in all media, whether it is acid or base. Weak acid ionized in the alkaline medium and easily excreted