Maalox and Mylanta are two common over-the-counter (OTC) medications known as antacids. They treat gastrointestinal (GI) ...

Background Medical management of GERD mainly uses proton pump inhibitors. Alginates also have proven efficacy. The aim of this trial was to compare short-term efficacy of an alginate (Gaviscon ...

Patients who are unresponsive to 4–8 weeks' treatment with PPIs twice daily might have so-called refractory GERD. The first investigation these patients should undergo is upper endoscopy to ...

An antacid can help neutralize stomach acid immediately. Foods that help reduce symptoms like heartburn include lean protein and non-citrus fruits. High-fiber foods, such as vegetables and whole ...

It is possible for someone to have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) without heartburn. However, heartburn is the most common symptom of GERD. Heartburn involves a burning sensation in the chest.

Stress and anxiety aren't a direct underlying cause of acid reflux, but they can trigger symptoms. Research has shown that high stress levels can negatively affect gastrointestinal (GI ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which stomach acid (or other things such as bile or food) regularly travels back up through the esophagus, usually causing a sour taste and ...

After protracted legal battling, GSK has agreed to pay up to $2.2 billion to settle most of the pending lawsuits that claimed a discontinued version of the Zantac heartburn medication caused cancer.

In the meantime, I'll give you this prescription', which turned out to be for heartburn." Mr Feast was unable to eat or sleep, so drove himself to Scarborough Hospital the next morning.