Antacids for the Treatment of Heartburn / Acid Reflux
Antacids work by neutralizing acid in the stomach. Antacids neutralize acid on contact to provide heartburn relief.
In addition to the acid-neutralizing ingredients found in most antacids, Gaviscon contains alginic acid and sodium bicarbonate. The combination of the alginic acid and bicarbonate will create a a foam barrier which floats on the stomach acid, possibly reducing the number of reflux episodes.
Chooz is used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and stomach upset.
Tums is used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and stomach upset.
Tagamet works by decreasing the amount of acid the stomach produces. It is available in over-the-counter form. It is also known by its generic name, Cimetidine (pronunced sye MEH ti deen)
Di-gel is one of a group of over-the-counter treatments called antacids, and is used to treat heartburn / acid reflux.
Mylanta works by decreasing the amount of acid the stomach produces. It is available in over-the-counter form.
Can antacids and other over-the-counter remedies ease the symptoms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?
