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Antacids neutralize digestive acids and are the primary drugs for mild symptoms. They are best used alone for relief of occasional and unpredictable episodes of heartburn. They all work by neutralizing the acid in the stomach. They may also stimulate the defensive systems in the stomach by increasing bicarbonate and mucous secretion. Many antacids are available without prescription and are the first drugs recommended to relieve heartburn and mild symptoms. Despite the many brands, the...
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AcipHex, Proton Pump Inhibitors and Action Onset
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...basis. The best medication for that still remains the antacids, such as Tums and Mylanta. Read more »
Is Grapefruit Safe to Eat When Taking a Statin Drug?
By Lisa Nelson , Health Expert...A monitored. Magnesium and aluminum containing antacids were reported to interfere with... Read more »
The issue of acid breakthrough!
By Jennifer Rackley , Health Expert...This can be especially true for h-2 blockers and antacids. PPI medications may also be started... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Answers Your Questions Part 3
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...(where I live) and was given three weeks worth of antacids and anti-gas meds. Since then,... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Q&A #6
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...should be considered. Question #4: I take six antacid tablets before bed time to control my... Read more »
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Peptic Ulcers: Medications
...treatments of peptic ulcers caused by either NSAIDs or H. pylori. They are described in alphabetical order.AntacidsMany antacids are available without prescription and are the first drugs... Read more »Acid Reflux Treatment
...gastroesophageal reflux are mild and can be managed with lifestyle changes and over-the-counter medications and antacids.Drug TreatmentsPatients with moderate to severe symptoms that do not... Read more »Acid Reflux (GERD) Risk Factors
...pressure on the stomach. Heartburn in such cases is often resistant to dietary interventions and even antacids.Obesity. A number of studies suggest that obesity contributes to GERD and may... Read more »Stress: Treatment
...over-the-counter medications (for example, aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen for tension headaches; antacids, anti-diarrhea medications, or laxatives for mild stomach distress). A physician... Read more »Kidney Stones: Causes
...cause kidney stones. Taking medicines for long periods that change the acidic content of urine, such as antacids, may increase susceptibility for kidney stones. Read more »Related News
A new Paradigm on Acid Reflux
June 09, 2008By Meghan Yost, Ivanhoe Health Correspondent ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Every day, 70 million people in the United States suffer from... Read summary »
Treating Obesity as an Addiction?
August 28, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Using a drug designed to fight drug addiction may be helpful in combating obesity. Vigabatrin, a drug designed as a potential... Read summary »
Study: Test for Off-Label Use
November 27, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A panel of government and health-industry experts has developed a list of 14 widely prescribed medications they say urgently... Read summary »
Drug Companies Push Off-Label Use
October 29, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- In the U.S., it is legal for doctors to prescribe drugs for off-label use -- prescribing it for a condition or disease that it... Read summary »
Drug Use Highest In U.S.
July 07, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research reveals despite strong drug policies, the United States has the highest levels of cocaine and cannabis use among... Read summary »
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